1. To provide assistance, resources, or backing to help growth, advancement, or progress of something
The government decided to support development in rural areas through infrastructure investment.
O governo decidiu apoiar o desenvolvimento nas áreas rurais através do investimento em infraestrutura.
2. To facilitate or enable the creation and improvement of new products, technologies, or methodologies
Tech companies often support development of open-source software projects.
As empresas de tecnologia frequentemente apoiam o desenvolvimento de projetos de software de código aberto.
3. To contribute to the growth and advancement of individuals, communities, or nations
International organizations support development in emerging economies.
Organizações internacionais apoiam o desenvolvimento em economias emergentes.