To support or hold something in a raised or steady position by placing another object under or against it.
2.
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To provide financial, political, or other temporary support to an institution, market, organization, or person in order to prevent failure, collapse, or decline.
3.
Worldwideinformal
To rest or elevate a part of the body (for example, one's feet) by leaning it on something for support or relief.
4.
Worldwideneutral
To sustain or bolster the appearance, reputation, or status of someone or something, often artificially or temporarily.