Associations to the word «Backer»

Wiktionary

BACKER, noun. One who, or that which, backs; especially one who backs a person or thing in a contest.
BACKER, adjective. (phonetics) comparative form of back: more back
BACKER, proper noun. A botanical plant name author abbreviation for botanist Cornelis Andries Backer (1874-1963).

Dictionary definition

BACKER, noun. Invests in a theatrical production.

Wise words

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