supporter

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   A person who supports a team, leader, or cause.

   Thousands of supporters filled the stadium.

2. 2
   noun

   A person who helps someone or something to succeed.

   She has always been a loyal supporter of the charity.

Common collocations

• athletic supporter Adjective + noun

From Middle English supporter, supportour, equivalent to support + -er.

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