Backing
/ˈbækɪŋ/
nounBeginnerCommonBusiness
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Definitions
2 meanings1
Support, endorsement, or financial assistance given to someone or something.
/ˈbækɪŋ/
nounneutralBeginner
Business
Support or financial assistance.
The startup received significant backing from venture capitalists.
💡 Simply: Help or support.
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2
She had the backing of her family in her career choice.
How It's Used
Business
"The project secured backing from several investors."
Music
"The band needed strong backing vocals."
2
The back or reverse side of something.
/ˈbækɪŋ/
nounneutralBeginner
General
The back part of something.
The chair has a padded backing.
💡 Simply: The back part.
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2
The backing of the painting was damaged.
How It's Used
Textiles
"The fabric had a soft backing."
Tip:Think of the back of a picture.
From Middle English *bakking, from Old English *baccian, related to Old Norse bakkr, meaning back. The sense of support developed over time.
Historically, 'backing' primarily referred to the back of something, with the sense of support emerging later.
Memory tip
Think of someone 'having your back'.
Practice
Base: back
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