plural backings
1
: something forming a back
a tape with adhesive backing
2
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.—
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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.
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With fresh investment backing from a consortium of financial partners, the company has secured approximately $150 million to support its future growth.
—David Nikel, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
To qualify, applicants must demonstrate a track record of innovation or business success, possess significant financial backing, and have a business plan that aligns with national priorities.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 20 Mar. 2025
While the shortfall was covered by philanthropic funding through 2026, downsizing at the Sun-Times is part of a strategy to eliminate the losses before the initial backing runs out.
—Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 19 Mar. 2025
Instead, Israel insisted — with U.S. backing — on extending the first phase and adding more hostage releases but without committing to negotiations.
—Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 19 Mar. 2025
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David Nikel, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
To qualify, applicants must demonstrate a track record of innovation or business success, possess significant financial backing, and have a business plan that aligns with national priorities.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 20 Mar. 2025
While the shortfall was covered by philanthropic funding through 2026, downsizing at the Sun-Times is part of a strategy to eliminate the losses before the initial backing runs out.
—Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 19 Mar. 2025
Instead, Israel insisted — with U.S. backing — on extending the first phase and adding more hostage releases but without committing to negotiations.
—Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 19 Mar. 2025
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“Backing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/backing. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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backing
noun
back·ing
ˈbak-iŋ 
1
: something forming a back
2
Medical Definition
backing
noun
back·ing
ˈbak-iŋ
: 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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