claimtosupport
nounUK /kleɪm tə səˈpɔːt/
US /kleɪm tə səˈpɔːrt/
A claim to support is a statement that says something is true and gives a reason to believe it.
Her claim to support the idea was backed up by three strong facts.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A formal request for help or money that comes with proof of need.
The family filed a claim to support their housing costs.
3. A right to receive help based on a rule or law.
Workers have a claim to support if they are injured on the job.
4. In debate, a point made to back up a larger argument.
Each claim to support the main motion was written on the board.