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backing

UK
/ˈbækɪŋ/
US
/ˈbækɪŋ/
backing away
backing down
backing out
backing up
backingnoun
backings
pl
UK
/ˈbækɪŋ/
US
/ˈbækɪŋ/
Translations
soutienAppui, notamment moral ou financier.
The new startup received significant backing from several investors.
La nouvelle start-up a reçu un soutien important de plusieurs investisseurs.
accompagnementEn musique, surtout pour désigner l'accompagnement d'un chanteur ou d'un soliste.
The singer performed beautifully with the backing of a full orchestra.
La chanteuse s'est produite magnifiquement avec l'accompagnement d'un orchestre complet.
marche arrièrePour l'action de reculer ou de faire reculer un véhicule ou un objet.
Careful backing of the trailer was necessary in the narrow lane.
La marche arrière prudente de la remorque était nécessaire dans cette ruelle étroite.
Additional translations
appuiTerme courant pour l'aide ou le soutien apporté à une personne ou à un projet.
supportMatériau placé à l'arrière pour renforcer ou protéger.
Definitions
Support or help, especially financial, given to a person, project, or organization.
The new startup received significant backing from several investors.
Material or support placed at the back of something to strengthen or protect it.
The picture frame had a sturdy cardboard backing to keep the photo in place.
Musical accompaniment, especially for a singer or soloist.
The singer performed beautifully with the backing of a full orchestra.
The action of moving backward or causing something to move backward.
Careful backing of the trailer was necessary in the narrow lane.
Synonyms
support
assistance
endorsement
patronage
sponsorship
reinforcement
aid
help
foundation
subsidy
backingadjective
more backing
Comp.
most backing
Super.
UK
/ˈbækɪŋ/
US
/ˈbækɪŋ/
Used attributively to describe something that provides support, especially musical or financial.
Translations
d'accompagnementEmployé surtout en musique pour désigner un élément qui accompagne un soliste ou une voix principale.
The singer added rich backing vocals to the track.
La chanteuse a ajouté de riches voix d'accompagnement au morceau.
Definitions
Providing musical, financial, or other support; supporting.
The singer added rich backing vocals to the track.
backinggerund / present participle
Present participle of 'back' used adjectivally to indicate something moving backwards.
Translations
en marche arrièreSe dit d'un véhicule ou d'un mouvement en train de reculer.
The backing vehicle suddenly halted when a pedestrian appeared.
Le véhicule en marche arrière s'est soudain arrêté lorsqu'un piéton est apparu.
Definitions
Moving backward; in the process of reversing.
The backing vehicle suddenly halted when a pedestrian appeared.
backnoun
Definitions
The rear surface of the human body from the shoulders to the hips.
She had a tattoo on her back.
The part of a chair or seat that supports a person's back.
He leaned against the back of the chair.
The side or part of something that is away from the observer or from the direction in which it moves or faces; the rear.
The back of the house needs painting.
A player in a team game who plays in a defensive position behind the forwards.
The full back made a crucial tackle to stop the opposing team from scoring.
backverb

backing

Gerund

backed
Past Simple
backed
Past Participle
backing
Gerund
Definitions
To support or endorse someone or something.
The committee decided to back the new policy proposal.
To provide financial support for something.
Several investors agreed to back the startup company.
To bet on the success of a competitor or team.
He decided to back the underdog in the race.
Synonyms
support
endorse
assist
reinforce
champion
promote
advocate
backadverb
Definitions
To a previous place or condition.
She went back to her hometown after many years.
In return or response.
He smiled back at her.
In reverse or opposite direction.
The car rolled back down the hill.
In or into the past.
Thinking back, I realize how much I've learned.
In a delayed or late manner.
The project was set back by several weeks.
backadjective
Definitions
Located at or near the rear or hind part of something.
The back door was left open, allowing a cool breeze to enter the house.
Relating to the past or previous time.
She found an old diary in a back drawer of her desk.
Situated or placed at a distance from the front or main area.
The back seats of the theater were less expensive but offered a good view.
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