Definition Definition

backing - Meaning and Examples

Meaning of 'backing' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Backing [ n.]
- The act of moving backward, or of putting or moving anything backward.
- That which is behind, and forms the back of, anything, usually giving strength or stability.
- Support or aid given to a person or cause.
- The preparation of the back of a book with glue, etc., before putting on the cover.
2 . Backing [ p. pr. & vb. n.]
- of Back

Meaning of 'backing' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . backing [ n]
Meaning (1):
- the act of providing approval and support
Example in sentence:
  • his vigorous backing of the conservatives got him in trouble with progressives
Meaning (2):
- financial resources provided to make some project possible
Example in sentence:
  • the foundation provided support for the experiment

Nearby Words:

bac baccalaureate baccara baccarat baccare baccate baccated bacchanal bacchanalia bacchanalian

See 'backing' also in:

Dictionary.com Google Translator Wikipedia.com Merriam Webster

Categories

Browse Dictionary