1. people who approve of and encourage someone or something
Usage: plural of supporter
2. structural elements that hold something up or in place
Usage: plural of supporter; technical

Examples

• The candidate thanked her supporters after winning the election.
• Thousands of supporters cheered at the football stadium.
• The charity relies on generous supporters for funding.
• His supporters organized a rally in the town square.
• The bridge required additional steel supporters for safety.
• The old building’s wooden supporters were replaced with metal ones.