achterban

Definitions of achterban
  1. noun
    the act of providing approval and support
    synonyms: achtergrondkoor, backing, basis, kampioenschap, rugdekking
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    type of:
    adhesie, agreatie, fiat, goedkeuring, goedvinden, instemming, sympathie, zegen
    the formal act of approving
  2. noun
    something forming a back that is added for strengthening
    synonyms: achtergrondkoor, backing, basis
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    type of:
    laag, laagje, leghen, legkip
    single thickness of usually some homogeneous substance
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