Backing for a drawer? (5)

I believe the answer is:

easel

(Other definitions for easel that I've seen before include "Painter's tripod" , "Frame for a canvas" , "Lease it out to the artist" , "Board stanchion" , "Supporter for the artist" .)

I've seen this clue in The Wall Street Journal.

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