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Understanding supporters? (9)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

followers

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'understanding supporters?' is the definition.
The answer and definition can be both people as well as being plural nouns.
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(Other definitions for followers that I've seen before include "Devotees, fans" , "Supporters, disciples" .)

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