supporter

Meanings

1. A person who gives support to someone or something.
2. A person who supports, promotes, advocates or champions a cause, movement, or political party; an adherent.
3. A person who provides moral or physical support to another; an attendant participating in a ceremony or procession.
4. Someone who is a fan of a certain sports team or sportsperson.
5. Something that supports another thing.
6. Something that supports a structure such as a building or a sculpture.
7. An animal or figure that supports a shield in a coat of arms.
8. A garter worn around the leg to support a sock or stocking.
9. Clipping of athletic supporter.

Etymology

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