support frame; prop up; resist
Meanings
3 senses · 12 examplesnoun
support frame; stand; rack; trestle
Refers to physical structures used to hold or support objects. In medical contexts, can refer to a stent.
This camera needs a sturdier stand.
The doctor placed a stent in his blood vessel.
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The workers are building the support frames for the scaffolding.
The metal brackets of the bookshelf have rusted.
verb
to prop up; to support; to put up (a frame)
Physical action of erecting or supporting structures.
They used wood to prop up the roof beams.
The workers are setting up the cooking stove supports.
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These pillars are used to support the ancient walls.
They spent half a day putting up the tent supports.
verb
to withstand; to ward off; to resist (attack/pressure)
Often used in negative contexts or when overwhelmed. Implies difficulty in maintaining defense.
Outnumbered, he couldn't withstand it any longer.
The enemy attack is too fierce; we can hardly hold out much longer.
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He alone can't withstand criticism from so many people.
This old beam can no longer support the weight of the roof.