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

And backers of AI companies have billions, if not trillions, of reasons to hope their gambles aren’t just once-in-a-generation jackpots, but once in a human existence.

From The Wall Street Journal

M&A deals help venture and other investors deliver returns to their backers and put more money to work in new companies.

From The Wall Street Journal

Tallow's backers cite health concerns linked to seed oils, including inflammation.

From The Wall Street Journal

All that said, let’s take a closer look at the proposed initiative and its backers’ motivation.

From Los Angeles Times

The company and its backers see an opportunity to create a business that improves cancer treatment, lowers its cost and is difficult to copy.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

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