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backer

UK
/ˈbækə/
US
/ˈbækər/

Translations

backernoun
backers
pl
UK
/ˈbækə/
US
/ˈbækər/
bailleur de fondsPersonne ou organisme qui finance un projet.
The startup was able to launch its product thanks to the generous contributions from its backers.
La start-up a pu lancer son produit grâce aux généreuses contributions de ses bailleurs de fonds.
parieurDans le domaine des paris.
High-stakes backers flocked to the track for the derby.
Les parieurs de grosses mises se sont précipités sur l'hippodrome pour le derby.
partisanPersonne qui soutient une personne, une cause ou une campagne.
The politician's backers were crucial in helping her win the election.
Les partisans de la politicienne ont été essentiels pour l'aider à gagner l'élection.
Additional translations
supportSens technique ou matériel.
Synonyms
sponsor
champion
advocate
patron
investor
financier
supporter
backeradjective
Used attributively to describe something connected with supporters who provide funds, e.g., "backer rewards".
Additional translations
de soutienSe dit de ce qui est destiné aux personnes qui soutiennent un projet ou une campagne.

Definitions

backernoun
A person, institution, or organization that provides financial support for a project or venture.
The startup was able to launch its product thanks to the generous contributions from its backers.
A person who supports or endorses someone or something.
The politician's backers were crucial in helping her win the election.
A supporting piece or layer positioned behind or beneath something to provide reinforcement or backing.
Install a plywood backer to strengthen the drywall before mounting the shelves.
A person who places a monetary bet on a contestant, horse, or team; a bettor.
High-stakes backers flocked to the track for the derby.
backeradjective
Relating to or intended for the financial supporters of a project or venture.
The studio offered special backer bonuses to early contributors.
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