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backnoun
backs
pl
UK
/bæk/
US
/bæk/
Synonyms
foundation
support
rear
reverse
hind
posterior
backverb
backed
Past Simple
backed
Past Participle
backing
Gerund
Synonyms
advocate
promote
champion
reinforce
assist
endorse
support
backadverb
UK
/bæk/
US
/bæk/
Synonyms
once more
afresh
anew
again
backadjective
UK
/bæk/
US
/bæk/
Synonyms
retreating
reverse
posterior
hind
rear

Definitions

backnoun
The rear surface of the human body from the shoulders to the hips.
She had a tattoo on her back.
The part of a chair or seat that supports a person's back.
He leaned against the back of the chair.
The side or part of something that is away from the observer or from the direction in which it moves or faces; the rear.
The back of the house needs painting.
A player in a team game who plays in a defensive position behind the forwards.
The full back made a crucial tackle to stop the opposing team from scoring.
backverb
To support or endorse someone or something.
The committee decided to back the new policy proposal.
To provide financial support for something.
Several investors agreed to back the startup company.
To bet on the success of a competitor or team.
He decided to back the underdog in the race.
backadverb
To a previous place or condition.
She went back to her hometown after many years.
In return or response.
He smiled back at her.
In reverse or opposite direction.
The car rolled back down the hill.
In or into the past.
Thinking back, I realize how much I've learned.
In a delayed or late manner.
The project was set back by several weeks.
backadjective
Located at or near the rear or hind part of something.
The back door was left open, allowing a cool breeze to enter the house.
Relating to the past or previous time.
She found an old diary in a back drawer of her desk.
Situated or placed at a distance from the front or main area.
The back seats of the theater were less expensive but offered a good view.
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