Definitions for backingˈbæk ɪŋ
Random House Webster's College Dictionary
back•ingˈbæk ɪŋ(n.)
aid or support of any kind.
supporters or backers collectively.
something that forms the back of anything, esp. for support or protection.
Origin of backing:
1590–1600
Princeton's WordNet
backing, backup, championship, patronage(noun)
the act of providing approval and support
"his vigorous backing of the conservatives got him in trouble with progressives"
backing, mount(noun)
something forming a back that is added for strengthening
support, financial support, funding, backing, financial backing(noun)
financial resources provided to make some project possible
"the foundation provided support for the experiment"
Wiktionary
backing(Noun)
Support, especially financial.
It's a volunteer organization that works with backing from the city and a few grants.
backing(Noun)
A liner or other material added behind or underneath.
The cardboard backing gives the notebook a little extra stiffness.
backing(Noun)
Musicians and vocalists who support the main performer
backing(Adjective)
That which provides support for the main performer
Webster Dictionary
Backing(u)
of Back
Backing(noun)
the act of moving backward, or of putting or moving anything backward
Backing(noun)
that which is behind, and forms the back of, anything, usually giving strength or stability
Backing(noun)
support or aid given to a person or cause
Backing(noun)
the preparation of the back of a book with glue, etc., before putting on the cover
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