Backed
/ˈbæk.tɪd/
Definitions
- (adj.) Supported or guaranteed, especially by financial, legal, or authoritative means.
The loan was backed by a government guarantee.
- (v.) Past tense and past participle of back; to support or endorse.
The witness backed the testimony with additional evidence.
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Commentary
Commonly used to describe financial or legal support; in drafting, clarity about the source or nature of backing enhances enforceability.
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