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Backer

/ˈbækɚ/ · noun

Meaning

One who, or that which, backs; especially one who backs an entrant in a contest, or who supports an enterprise by funding it..

Definitions by Sense

  1. One who, or that which, backs; especially one who backs an entrant in a contest, or who supports an enterprise by funding it.
  2. (phonetics) comparative form of back: more back

Example Sentences

/eɪ/ This diphthong is a glide from mid front tongue position toward a higher, backer position similar to that of /ɪ/.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does backer mean?

Backer means One who, or that which, backs; especially one who backs an entrant in a contest, or who supports an enterprise by funding it..

What is a synonym for backer?

Common synonyms include angel.

What is the opposite of backer?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use backer in a sentence?

/eɪ/ This diphthong is a glide from mid front tongue position toward a higher, backer position similar to that of /ɪ/.

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