support

noun:a structure or object that bears the weight of something and keeps it from falling
- The beams act as support for the roof during the storm.
noun:assistance, help, or encouragement given to a person or group
- She received emotional support from her friends after the loss.
noun:financial or material aid provided to sustain a project, organization, or cause
- The charity relies on community support to fund its programs.
verb:to hold up or bear the weight of something, preventing it from collapsing
- The pillars support the weight of the building’s upper floors.
verb:to give assistance, encouragement, or help to someone
- The teammates support each other during tough training sessions.
verb:to publicly endorse, approve, or back a person, idea, or cause
- Many celebrities support the campaign for environmental protection.