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Definition back in British English

back verb

verb
/bæk/
1

to give support to a person, organization, or plan, making them more likely to succeed

Example

Both main parties are backing these proposals.

Example

We'll back you all the way on this one!

Synonyms and related words
support back get behind
1.1

to make an order or request more effective by threatening to do something if people do not do what you want

Example

Schools need to have clear rules on bullying, backed by a system of punishments.

Synonyms and related words
support back get behind
2

to move backwards, or to make someone move backwards

Example

She backed out of the room carrying a tray.

Example

He backed me into a corner at the party.

Synonyms and related words
back away draw back part
2.1

to make a car move backwards

Example

Could you just back onto the driveway?

Synonyms and related words
back away draw back part
3

to bet (=risk money) that a particular person or animal will win a race or competition

Example

I'm backing France to win the championship.

Synonyms and related words
gamble bet stake
4

if a place is backed by something, it has something at the back of it or directly behind it

Example

a large garden backed by trees

Synonyms and related words
occupy set exist
5

to play or sing the music that goes with the main singer or musician's performance

Example

Manilow was backed by a full orchestra.

Synonyms and related words
accompany arrange articulation
Definition back in British English

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