support

transitive verb | sup·port

1. a : to promote the interests or cause of

   b : to uphold or defend as valid or right

   c : to argue or vote for

2. : to provide with substantiation or corroboration support an alibi

3. : to provide with the means of livelihood (as housing, food, or clothing) especially in accordance with an agreement or court order

4. : to hold up or in position : maintain the physical integrity of the right to have one's land supported by the underlying land

noun

1. : the act or process of supporting : the condition of being supported pledged the candidate their support

2. : a means of obtaining the necessities of life (as food, shelter, and clothing) : a source of livelihood especially in the form of alimony or child support

3. : something that provides support