In plain English
These are the papers or files sent in with a claim to back up what is being stated. They give information or proof about the facts that matter for that claim.
In context
Here, "supporting documents" names the documents supplied with the claim that provide information or evidence about the relevant facts.
- Situation
- Submitting claims, evidence, estimates, and following claim status
- What it communicates
- names the documents used to support the claim
Meaning limits
The term itself does not show whether the supplied documents are sufficient, accepted, or conclusive for the claim.
Examples
“Her insurance claim listed the stolen items, and the supporting documents showed when she bought them.”
“She sent the supporting documents with the claim.”