Backing

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈbæk.ɪŋ(g)/
• Rhymes: -ækɪŋ

Origin

back + -ing

Full definition of backing

Noun

1. Support, especially financial.It's a volunteer organization that works with backing from the city and a few grants.
2. A liner or other material added behind or underneath.The cardboard backing gives the notebook a little extra stiffness.
3. (music) Musicians and vocalists who support the main performer

Adjective

1. (music) That which provides support for the main performer

Verb

1. Present participle of back