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support group
noun
: a group of people with common experiences and concerns who provide emotional and moral support for one another
Examples of support group in a Sentence
He joined an alcoholics' support group.
Recent Examples on the Web
The two men met through the organization Gay Fathers of Greater Boston, a support group for gay dads.
—Solcyré Burga, TIME, 17 May 2024
Connecting with support groups, adds Pizzo, can also be helpful for long-term benefits.
—Kristina Behr, Parents, 16 May 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1951, in the meaning defined above
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“Support group.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/support%20group. Accessed 29 May. 2024.
Medical Definition
support group
noun
: a group of people with common experiences and concerns who provide emotional and moral support for one another
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