backing

noun

back·​ing ˈba-kiŋ 

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

Synonyms

• abetment
• aid
• assist
• assistance
• boost
• hand
• help
• helping hand
• leg up
• lift
• support

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

Along with the financial backing that came with new ownership, the new CEO, Jorgenson, took measures to improve Scribe Media’s financial health. —Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024

But after a vote by the 88-member GOP caucus Saturday, Republican Rep. David Cook of Mansfield emerged with the backing of at least 56 lawmakers. —John C. Moritz, Austin American-Statesman, 12 Dec. 2024

In a subsequent court filing, Murray said the Onion’s bid was valued at $7 million when factoring in the backing of the Sandy Hook families. —Todd Spangler, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024

The real prize would be to get either the involvement or the backing of the Socialists for the new government – their involvement would mean a rupture with the far left but would leave a more solid government. —Mike O'Sullivan, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1745, in the meaning defined at sense 2a

Kids Definition

backing

noun

back·​ing ˈbak-iŋ 

1

: something forming a back

2

a

: support entry 2, aid

b

: musical accompaniment

c

: endorsement sense 3, approval

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