backing-n; 3 Senses

Sense Number 1: The act of providing approval and support.

Commentary: BACKING[+event]

Examples:
His vigorous backing of the conservatives got him into trouble.
Congress' backing of the nomination aided her case.

Mappings:
PropBank: backing.01
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 1

Sense Number 2: Something forming a back that is added for strength.

Commentary: BACKING[+concrete]

Examples:
The backing to the couch is made of linen.
The backing to the watch face is steel.

Mappings:
PropBank: NM
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 2

Sense Number 3: Financial resources provided to make some project possible.

Commentary: BACKING[+abstract]

Examples:
The foundation provided backing for the experiment.
They are giving backing for our art exhibit.

Mappings:
PropBank: NM
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 3