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primary backing

[ˈpraɪ.mer.i ˈbæk.ɪŋ]
nounpl: primary backings
apoio primário
1. The initial or main support, endorsement, or financial support provided to a project, candidate, or initiative
The startup received primary backing from venture capital firms.
A startup recebeu apoio primário de firmas de capital de risco.
2. In textiles and bookbinding, the first layer of material applied to the back of fabric or pages for structural support
The primary backing of the book cover was reinforced with linen.
O apoio primário da capa do livro foi reforçado com linho.
3. In flooring, the base layer of material installed before finishing layers
The carpet's primary backing provides cushioning and stability.
O apoio primário do tapete fornece amortecimento e estabilidade.
Synonyms
primary supportmain backinginitial supportbase support
Antonyms
secondary backingtertiary support

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
apoio primário
Standard term used across Brazil
São Paulo
suporte principal
Alternative usage in business context
Portugal
apoio principal
Preferred term in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

backing and filling
have someone's backing
throw one's backing behind something
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