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noun(back-ing)something forming a back
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noun(back-ing)support, aid
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noun(back-ing)the music that is played along with someone who is singing or playing the main tune : the music that accompanies the lead musician
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verb(back-ing)to support by material or moral assistance —often used with up
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verb(back-ing)substantiate —often used with up
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verb(back-ing)to assume financial responsibility for
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verb(back-ing)to move away (as from a stand on an issue or from a commitment)
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verb(back-ing)to withdraw from a commitment or position
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verb(back-ing)back down
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verb(back-ing)to withdraw especially from a commitment or contest
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verb(back-ing)to accumulate in a congested state
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verb(back-ing)to move into a position behind (a teammate) in order to assist on a play
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verb(back-ing)hold back