1. a person or organization that pays for or supports an event, activity, or person
2. a person who takes responsibility for someone else, especially in immigration or addiction recovery

1. to pay for or support an event, activity, or person financially
2. to take responsibility for someone or introduce legislation

Examples

• The local bank is the main sponsor of the music festival.
• She found a sponsor to help her immigrate to the United States.
• The company decided to sponsor the youth soccer team.
• My sponsor in AA has been very supportive during my recovery.
• The senator will sponsor the new environmental bill.
• Several corporations sponsor scholarships for college students.
• The radio show is sponsored by a car dealership.