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
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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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The bill passed the House with unanimous support from Republicans, and the backing of 48 of 215 Democrats.
—Brian Bennett, TIME, 10 Jan. 2025
Beyond First Bank of Alabama's sponsorship, Carson Kvapil enjoys backing from Bass Pro Shops, while Connor Zilisch is supported by Carolina Carports and Kampgrounds of America.
—Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
On the other hand, the backing of the mat can start to lose its effectiveness over time.
—Moriah Mason, Southern Living, 10 Jan. 2025
The No More Red anti-knife campaign began in the 2021-22 season with the backing of actor Idris Elba and Arsenal legend Ian Wright.
—Art De Roché, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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Brian Bennett, TIME, 10 Jan. 2025
Beyond First Bank of Alabama's sponsorship, Carson Kvapil enjoys backing from Bass Pro Shops, while Connor Zilisch is supported by Carolina Carports and Kampgrounds of America.
—Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
On the other hand, the backing of the mat can start to lose its effectiveness over time.
—Moriah Mason, Southern Living, 10 Jan. 2025
The No More Red anti-knife campaign began in the 2021-22 season with the backing of actor Idris Elba and Arsenal legend Ian Wright.
—Art De Roché, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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“Backing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/backing. Accessed 22 Jan. 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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