back

Definition

• n. the posterior part of a human (or animal) body from the neck to the end of the spine
• n. the part of something that is furthest from the normal viewer
• n. (football) a person who plays in the backfield
• n. the part of a garment that covers the back of your body

Word forms

Past participle

backed

Past tense

backed

Present participle

backing

Third person singular

backs

Example sentences

1. a.

   The back door of the house leads to the garden.

2. vt.

   I will back you up during the presentation.

3. vi.

   He backed away from the edge of the cliff.

4. adv.

   She walked back slowly to avoid slipping.

5. n.

   He felt a pain in his back after lifting the heavy box.