Wiktionary
n. A force that completely balances the weight of an object at rest.
Usage examples of "support force".
As he strode around directing the support force he displayed the most incredible command of invective Keren had ever heard.
Doormann supplies hardware and the capital to hire a support force.
Eight miles out, Support Force Commander Kraloqt stood on the bridge of his flagship, frowning.
In terms of real preparedness, learning to function as a support force under your direction will probably make them five or six times as effective as they could have been on their own.
In effect, Murakuma had turned the forts into a mobile support force, and her lips skinned back at the thought.
And Commander, Support Force, and the officer in tactical command of the screen.
Ill want a hundred knights, lightly mounted for maneuverability and speed, and the minimum support force.
I'll want a hundred knights, lightly mounted for maneuverability and speed, and the minimum support force.