See backing in Webster's New World Roget's A-Z Thesaurus II
noun
Aid or support given by a patron:
aegis, auspice (often used in plural), patronage, patronization, sponsorship. See helpMoney or property used to produce more wealth:
capital, capitalization, financing, funding, grubstake, stake, subsidization. See help, moneyAn indication of commendation or approval:
endorsement, recommendation, support. See support
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