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supporter
/səˈpoʊtər/
person who gives support
She is a strong supporter of renewable energy.
She actively advocates for renewable energy.
general
A person who gives support, assistance, or encouragement to someone or something.
The team has many loyal supporters who attend every game.
Fans who consistently show up to support the team.
He is a major financial supporter of the charity.
He donates significant funds to the charity.
Can refer to emotional, financial, or practical support.
Engineering
technical
A device or structure that provides physical support or stability.
The bridge requires additional supporters to prevent collapse.
Extra beams or columns to reinforce the bridge.
Used in construction, architecture, and engineering contexts.
Collocations
strong supportersomeone who strongly advocates for somethingfinancial supportersomeone who provides money to a causeemotional supportersomeone who offers comfort and encouragement
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Context Matters
The meaning of 'supporter' can vary based on whether it refers to people or physical structures.
Gold Rule
Avoid Ambiguity
Clarify whether you're referring to emotional, financial, or structural support.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'supportour,' from Old French 'supportour,' from Latin 'supportare' (to support).
Usage Notes
Can be used in both literal and figurative senses, depending on context.
Word Breakdown
support
to hold up or give aid
root-er
one who does the action
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