What does the cryptic crossword clue "Stop supporting a group with no backing (7)" mean?

The definition is "Stop supporting". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. A (abbreviation of "a") + BAND (synonym of "group") + NO (synonym of "no") [reversal: "backing"]; definition: "Stop supporting" The answer is ABANDON.

Stop supporting a group with no backing (7)

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