fans
Translation
fans, supporters, admirers, ventilators
Examples
The football fans cheered for their team.
The football fans cheered for their team.
It was hot, so we turned on the fans.
It was hot, so we turned on the fans.
Grammar Patterns
a fan of ((sb./sth.)). I am a big fan of her music.
Similar Words
Synonyms (supporter): supporters, admirers, followers
Etymology
The 'supporter' sense is a shortening of 'fanatic'. The 'device' sense is from Latin 'vannus' (winnowing basket).
Memory Tips
A sports 'fan' (person) might use a 'fan' (device) to cool down on a hot day.