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backing

bac·king

UK/ˈbæk.ɪŋ(ɡ)/ US/ˈbækɪŋ/ fairly common

noun

1.

the act of providing approval and support

  • “his vigorous backing of the conservatives got him in trouble with progressives”
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2.

something forming a back that is added for strengthening

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3.

financial resources provided to make some project possible

  • “the foundation provided support for the experiment”
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Origin

From back + -ing.

Phrases

  • sealant backing

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