BACKED
Dictionary entry overview: What does backed mean?
• BACKED (adjective)
The adjective BACKED has 3 senses:
1. having a back or backing, usually of a specified type
2. having backing
3. used of film that is coated on the side opposite the emulsion with a substance to absorb light
Familiarity information: BACKED used as an adjective is uncommon.
Dictionary entry details
• BACKED (adjective)
Meaning:
Having a back or backing, usually of a specified type
Similar:
hardback; hardbacked; hardbound; hardcover (having a hard back or cover)
straight-backed (having a straight back)
stiff-backed (having a stiff back)
spiny-backed (having the back covered with spines)
razor-backed; razorback (having a sharp narrow back)
low-backed (having a low back)
high-backed (having a high back)
Antonym:
backless (lacking a back)
Meaning:
Having backing
Synonyms:
backed up; backed
Context example:
a claim backed up by strong evidence
Similar:
supported (sustained or maintained by aid (as distinct from physical support))
Meaning:
Used of film that is coated on the side opposite the emulsion with a substance to absorb light
Similar:
coated (having a coating; covered with an outer layer or film; often used in combination)
Domain category:
photography; picture taking (the act of taking and printing photographs)
