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support system
noun
: a network of people who provide an individual with practical or emotional support
Examples of support system in a Sentence
students who have good support systems at home
Recent Examples on the Web
Over eight decades, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has built an unprecedented global support system for the world’s children.
—Unicef Usa, Forbes, 17 Sep. 2024
According to John Roach, spokesman for the city of Detroit, the city is working to develop a stronger support system for businesses like Parks Old Style.
—Lyndsay C. Green, Detroit Free Press, 14 Sep. 2024
With Horner's family in Australia, Whitehall has been her biggest support system in the UK, calling him her rock.
—Haley Van Horn, Peoplemag, 8 Sep. 2024
Perhaps her apparent ease is a byproduct of an incredible team and support system.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 8 Sep. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1980, in the meaning defined above
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“Support system.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/support%20system. Accessed 2 Oct. 2024.
Kids Definition
support system
noun
: a network of people who provide someone with practical or emotional support
Medical Definition
support system
noun
: a network of people who provide an individual with practical or emotional support
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