26984 words

backing

5 definitions • 7 examples
1
support, especially money, that someone gives to a person or plan:

Examples:

If I go ahead with the plan, can I count on your backing?
2
music, singing or dancing that supports the main tune, performer, etc. :

Examples:

a backing track
backing vocals/singers
She sang as part of an all-women backing group.
3
something put on the back of something else in order to make it stronger or protect it:

Examples:

It's strong cloth - it might be useful as (a) backing.
4
support or help:

Examples:

If I go ahead with this project, can I count on your backing?
5
support, especially financial, for something or someone:

Examples:

Only with generous financial backing do any of these ambitious projects stand a chance of success.

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