Word of the Day: BUTTRESS

The act or existence of support

buttress (verb) - to provide support, encouragement, or justification [buh-tris]

BREAKDOWN: BUT- (beat or strike) + -RESS (condition)

• a buttress is a projecting support providing stability to a wall or structure; any source of support or defense

“There is nothing like a newborn baby to renew your spirit and to buttress your resolve to make the world a better place.” —Virginia Clinton Kelley