backing

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the act of providing approval and support
  2. noun something forming a back that is added for strengthening
  3. noun financial resources provided to make some project possible

Etymology

From back + -ing.

In classic literature

Synonyms

backup, championship, patronage

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