Dictionary Entry
back
nounFind the meaning of the word back, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
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The rear part of the human body from the neck to the pelvis, or the side of an object opposite its front.
Example Sentence
He carried his heavy backpack on his back as he hiked up the mountain trail.
Usage Note
Use 'back' as a noun to refer to the rear part of a person's body, an animal's body, or an object. It can also describe the direction opposite to forward motion. For example, 'turn your back,' 'the back of the house,' or 'move the car back.'
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