| Word | buttress |
|---|---|
| Part of Speech | V. |
| Definition | support or prop up. |
| Sentence | The goverment is considering price supports to buttress the declining economy. The huge cathedral walls were supported by flying butresses. |
| Related Words | also N. |
Tags: psat
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