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Noun upholder has 1 sense
  1. upholder, maintainer, sustainer - someone who upholds or maintains; "firm upholders of tradition"; "they are sustainers of the idea of democracy"
    --1 is a kind of supporter, protagonist, champion, admirer, booster, friend
    Derived forms: verb uphold1, verb uphold3

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Upholder

Noun

Sense 1: One who supports or defends something

A person who maintains or advocates for a particular belief, idea, or cause.

Example sentence: She was known as a relentless upholder of human rights throughout her career.

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Sense 2: A person who preserves or maintains something

An individual who ensures the continuation or integrity of a system, tradition, or organization.

Example sentence: As the upholder of his family's legacy, he diligently followed the rituals and customs passed down through generations.

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Verb

Sense: To support or defend a cause or belief

To provide assistance or protection in promoting a particular belief, concept, or principle.

Example sentence: The lawyer skillfully upheld his client's rights during the courtroom battle.

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Adjective

Sense: Pertaining to the local community

Related to or characteristic of a specific locality or region.

Example sentence: The local newspaper serves as an upholder of the community's interests.

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