English · Word Candidate

backing

/ˈbæk.ɪŋ(ɡ)/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: backings

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Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

Support, especially financial.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Hỗ trợ, đặc biệt là tài chính

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Noun

It's a volunteer organization that works with backing from the city and a few grants.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

A liner or other material added behind or underneath.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

một lớp lót hoặc vật liệu khác được thêm vào phía sau hoặc dưới

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Noun

The cardboard backing gives the notebook a little extra stiffness.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

Providing support for the main performer.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

cung cấp hỗ trợ cho người biểu diễn chính

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Adjective

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

What does “backing” mean?

Support, especially financial.

Is “backing” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.