Defn: A figure, sometimes of a man, but commonly of some animal, placed on either side of an escutcheon, and exterior to it. Usually, both supporters of an escutcheon are similar figures.
5. (Med.)
Defn: A broad band or truss for supporting the abdomen or some other part or organ.
SUPPORTFUL
Sup*port"ful, a.
Defn: Abounding with support. [Obs.] Chapman.
SUPPORTLESS
Sup*port"less, a.
Defn: Having no support. Milton.
SUPPORTMENT
Sup*port"ment, n.
Defn: Support. [Obs.] Sir H. Wotton.
SUPPORTRESS
Sup*port"ress, n.