backing

noun

back·​ing ˈba-kiŋ How to pronounce backing (audio)
plural backings
1
: something forming a back
a tape with adhesive backing
2
a
: support, aid
financial backing
… sectarian or ethnic warlords battling for territory, with the backing of sponsors from neighboring countries.Aparisim Ghosh
b
: the music that is played along with someone who is singing or playing the main tune : the music that accompanies the lead musician
… she plans to record the songs with the backing of an orchestra.Cortney Harding
c
: endorsement especially of a warrant by a magistrate

Examples of backing in a Sentence

The tape has an adhesive backing. The project has received financial backing from several investors.
Recent Examples on the Web Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, who came to power with the backing of a pro-Iran coalition, has tried to appease his anti-U.S. allies without stoking tensions with Washington or jeopardizing foreign investments in Iraq. Rachel Ventresca, Fortune, 7 June 2024 The email was signed by Colorado GOP chairman Dave Williams, a former state representative who is currently running for a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives with the backing of Donald Trump. Charlotte Phillipp, Peoplemag, 7 June 2024 The GOP leaders’ backing of the proposal comes at a crucial moment, two weeks before the Legislature returns to Topeka for a special session. Jonathan Shorman, Kansas City Star, 4 June 2024 Still, while Trump received the backing of some notable tech leaders in his successful 2016 campaign, such as billionaire PayPal co-founder Peter Thiel, Silicon Valley largely favors Democrats. Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for backing 

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Word History

First Known Use

1745, in the meaning defined at sense 2a

Time Traveler
The first known use of backing was in 1745

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“Backing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/backing. Accessed 12 Jun. 2024.

Kids Definition

backing

noun
back·​ing ˈbak-iŋ How to pronounce backing (audio)
1
: something forming a back
2
b
: musical accompaniment

Medical Definition

backing

noun
back·​ing ˈbak-iŋ How to pronounce backing (audio)
: the metal portion of a dental crown, bridge, or similar structure to which a porcelain or plastic tooth facing is attached

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