Meaning & Definition of Backing in English
English⟶
Backing
/bækɪŋ/
noun
1. The act of providing approval and support
- "His vigorous backing of the conservatives got him in trouble with progressives"
synonym:
- backing,
- backup,
- championship,
- patronage
2. Something forming a back that is added for strengthening
synonym:
- backing,
- mount
3. Financial resources provided to make some project possible
- "The foundation provided support for the experiment"
synonym:
- support,
- financial support,
- funding,
- backing,
- financial backing
Examples of using
He has the backing of a certain politician.
You are backing yourself into a bad emotional corner.
His economical backing is secure.