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backing

14 ENTRIES FOUND:

back·ing

noun \ˈba-kiŋ\

Definition of BACKING

1
: something forming a back
2
a : support, aid b : endorsement especially of a warrant by a magistrate

Examples of BACKING

  1. The tape has an adhesive backing.
  2. The project has received financial backing from several investors.

First Known Use of BACKING

1793

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