backer

American  

[bak-er] / ˈbæk ər /

noun

1. a person who supports or aids a person, cause, enterprise, etc.

   Synonyms:

   helper, aide, guarantor, sponsor, supporter

2. a person who bets on a competitor in a race or contest.

3. canvas or other material used for backing.

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backer British  

/ ˈbækə /

noun

1. a person who gives financial or other support

2. a person who bets on a competitor or contestant

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Etymology

Origin of backer

First recorded in 1535–45; back ¹ + -er ¹

Example Sentences

The study was an extension of a successful three-month Phase 3 trial conducted in China by the company’s longtime backer and partner Ascletis Pharma.

From Barron's

Metz’s backers are planning to set up a U.S. headquarters and production facilities.

From The Wall Street Journal

Polymarket’s backers speak glowingly about the promise of harnessing the wisdom of the crowd, arguing that people who put money on the line are more likely to be right than purported experts and biased commentators.

From The Wall Street Journal

Even some of his backers, though, point out the surge is not all down to him.

From BBC

There are no fusion reactors yet anywhere in the world, but there are several startups in the field, and some have high-profile backers.

From Barron's

Related Words

• advocate
• ally
• benefactor
• endorser
• follower
• patron
• promoter
• sponsor