ALL meanings of supporting
sup·port
S s - verb with object supporting to bear or hold up (a load, mass, structure, part, etc.); serve as a foundation for. 1
- verb with object supporting to sustain or withstand (weight, pressure, strain, etc.) without giving way; serve as a prop for. 1
- verb with object supporting to undergo or endure, especially with patience or submission; tolerate. 1
- verb with object supporting to sustain (a person, the mind, spirits, courage, etc.) under trial or affliction: They supported him throughout his ordeal. 1
- verb with object supporting to maintain (a person, family, establishment, institution, etc.) by supplying with things necessary to existence; provide for: to support a family. 1
- verb with object supporting to uphold (a person, cause, policy, etc.) by aid, countenance, one's vote, etc.; back; second. 1
- verb with object supporting to maintain or advocate (a theory, principle, etc.). 1
- verb with object supporting to corroborate (a statement, opinion, etc.): Leading doctors supported his testimony. 1
- verb with object supporting to act with or second (a lead performer); assist in performance: The star was supported by a talented newcomer. 1
- noun supporting the act or an instance of supporting. 1
- noun supporting the state of being supported. 1
- noun supporting something that serves as a foundation, prop, brace, or stay. 1
- noun supporting maintenance, as of a person or family, with necessaries, means, or funds: to pay for support of an orphan. 1
- noun supporting a person or thing that supports, as financially: The pension was his only support. 1
- noun supporting a person or thing that gives aid or assistance. 1
- noun supporting an actor, actress, or group performing with a lead performer. 1
- noun supporting the material, as canvas or wood, on which a picture is painted. 1
- noun supporting Stock Exchange. support level. 1
- adjective supporting (of hosiery) made with elasticized fibers so as to fit snugly on the legs, thereby aiding circulation, relieving fatigue, etc. 1
- adjective supporting In a film or play, a supporting actor or actress is one who has an important part, but not the most important part. 0
- adjective supporting (of a role) being a fairly important but not leading part, esp in a play or film 0
- adjective supporting (of an actor or actress) playing a supporting role 0
- adjective supporting designating or of an actor or role that is subordinate to or of lesser importance than that of a lead or principal 0