(n): a source of aid or support that may be drawn upon when needed
(n): the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose
(n): any specific behavior
(n): money to support a worthy person or cause
(n): something acquired without compensation
(n): the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
(n): activity directed toward making or doing something
(v): give help or assistance; be of service
(v): give moral or psychological support, aid, or courage to
(v): improve the condition of
(v): to make better