gentlebacking
nounUK /ˈdʒɛntəlˌbækɪŋ/
US /ˈdʒɛntəlˌbækɪŋ/
Gentlebacking is when you support someone in a soft and kind way.
The teacher showed gentlebacking by quietly cheering for the shy student.
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2. The act of riding a horse very smoothly and slowly.
Her gentlebacking on the old pony made the ride feel calm.
3. A soft cushion or pad placed behind someone for comfort.
He used a gentlebacking pillow while reading in bed.
4. In music, a quiet background rhythm that supports the main tune.
The drummer added gentlebacking to the singer's soft song.