backing

/ˈbækɪŋ/
noun
  1. Support or help, especially financial or moral support.
    • Without the backing of the community, the event would not have been possible.
    • The project received strong financial backing from several investors.
    • She has the full backing of her family for her career change.
  2. A layer of material that strengthens or supports something from behind.
    • He glued a fabric backing onto the frame to reinforce it.
    • The carpet has a rubber backing to prevent slipping.
    • The mirror's backing was made of silver and glass.
  3. Musical accompaniment for a singer or lead instrument.
    • The backing vocals gave the song a fuller sound.
    • She recorded the vocals first, and then added the backing tracks.
    • The band provided backing for the famous singer during the concert.
Antonyms
adjective
  1. Providing support or reinforcement.
    • The backing material is made of thick cardboard.
    • The backing singer stood behind the lead vocalist.
    • We need a backing band for the show.
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