1. The act of providing only partial or incomplete support for something; failing to commit fully to a position or action
His half-backing of the project showed a lack of confidence.
Seu apoio parcial ao projeto mostrou falta de confiança.
2. In sports, particularly rugby or American football, the position or action of a half-back player
The half-backing position requires both speed and tactical awareness.
A posição de meia-ala exige tanto velocidade quanto consciência tática.