pre-support
|pre-sup-port|
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/priː-səˈpɔːrt/
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/priː-səˈpɔːt/
(support)
assist, bear weight
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pre-support' originates from the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and the word 'support' from Old French 'suport' meaning 'to carry or hold up'.
Historical Evolution
'support' changed from the Old French word 'suport' and eventually became the modern English word 'support'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'support' meant 'to carry or hold up', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to provide assistance or backing'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
assistance or backing provided before the main support is given.
The project received pre-support from the community before the official launch.
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Last updated: 2025/06/18 14:17