BACKSTOP Synonyms

• (chemistry) an ionic compound that resists changes in its pH

• a neutral zone between two rival powers that is created in order to diminish the danger of conflict

• an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track

• (computer science) a part of RAM used for temporary storage of data that is waiting to be sent to a device; used to compensate for differences in the rate of flow of data between components of a computer system

• a power tool used to buff surfaces

• a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact

• an implement consisting of soft material mounted on a block; used for polishing (as in manicuring)

• add a buffer (a solution)

• protect from impact

• to break off a military action with an enemy

• a written assurance that some product or service will be provided or will meet certain specifications

• an unconditional commitment that something will happen or that something is true

• a collateral agreement to answer for the debt of another in case that person defaults

• give surety or assume responsibility

• make certain of

• promise to do or accomplish

• stand behind and guarantee the quality, accuracy, or condition of

• promise of reimbursement in the case of loss; paid to people or companies so concerned about hazards that they have made prepayments to an insurance company

• written contract or certificate of insurance

• protection against future loss

• the activity of protecting someone or something

• a covering that is intend to protect from damage or injury

• defense against financial failure; financial independence

• the condition of being protected

• kindly endorsement and guidance

• the imposition of duties or quotas on imports in order to protect domestic industry against foreign competition

• payment extorted by gangsters on threat of violence

• the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities

• aiding the cause or policy or interests of

• something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest

• a military operation (often involving new supplies of men and materiel) to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its mission

• documentary validation

• the financial means whereby one lives

• supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation

• the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening

• a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts

• any device that bears the weight of another thing

• financial resources provided to make some project possible

• give moral or psychological support, aid, or courage to

• support materially or financially

• be behind; approve of

• be the physical support of; carry the weight of

• establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts

• adopt as a belief

• support with evidence or authority or make more certain or confirm

• argue or speak in defense of

• play a subordinate role to (another performer)

• be a regular customer or client of

• put up with something or somebody unpleasant

• a guarantee of professional or financial security

• a large strong net to catch circus acrobats who fall or jump from a trapeze

• (baseball) the person who plays the position of catcher

• the position on a baseball team of the player who is stationed behind home plate and who catches the balls that the pitcher throws