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To go in the reverse direction.

Example: the train backed into the station;  the horse refuses to back

To support.

Example: I back you all the way;  which horse are you backing in this race?

(of the wind) To change direction contrary to the normal pattern; that is, to shift anticlockwise in the northern hemisphere, or clockwise in the southern hemisphere.

(of a square sail) To brace the yards so that the wind presses on the front of the sail, to slow the ship.

Support, especially financial.

Example: It's a volunteer organization that works with backing from the city and a few grants.

A liner or other material added behind or underneath.

Example: The cardboard backing gives the notebook a little extra stiffness.

A backdrop.

Musicians and vocalists who support the main performer.

Providing support for the main performer.