English to English
noun
- One who, or that which, upholds or sustains; a sustainer.
source: Webster 1913
verb
- lengthen or extend in duration or space
We sustained the diplomatic negotiations as long as possible.
Prolong the treatment of the patient.
Keep up the good work.
source: WordNet 3.0
- undergo (as of injuries and illnesses)
She suffered a fracture in the accident.
He had an insulin shock after eating three candy bars.
She got a bruise on her leg.
He got his arm broken in the scuffle.
source: WordNet 3.0
- provide with nourishment
We sustained ourselves on bread and water.
This kind of food is not nourishing for young children.
source: WordNet 3.0
- supply with necessities and support
She alone sustained her family.
The money will sustain our good cause.
There's little to earn and many to keep.
source: WordNet 3.0
- be the physical support of; carry the weight of
The beam holds up the roof.
He supported me with one hand while I balanced on the beam.
What's holding that mirror?.
source: WordNet 3.0
- admit as valid
The court sustained the motion.
source: WordNet 3.0
- establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts
His story confirmed my doubts.
The evidence supports the defendant.
source: WordNet 3.0
- To keep from falling; to bear; to uphold; to support; as, a foundation sustains the superstructure; a beast sustains a load; a rope sustains a weight.
source: Webster 1913
English to Tagalog
noun
- [sastén] Alalayan; suhayan; kandiliin
source: Diccionario Ingles-Español-Tagalog
