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UK: bæk | US: bæk
n. the rear surface of the human body from the shoulders to the hips
n. the side or part of something that is opposite the front
adv. in the opposite direction from the one that one is facing or traveling
vt. to support or endorse
adj. located at or near the rear
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Derived from Old English bæc, meaning "the rear part of the body" or "spine," with Proto-Germanic roots (bakam). The word has retained its core meaning of "rear" while expanding metaphorically (e.g., "support" as in "back a proposal"). Its compact structure reflects its ancient, foundational role in English.
She leaned against the back of the chair.
The back of the house faces a quiet garden.
He stepped back to avoid the falling object.
The company decided to back the new startup.
The back door was left unlocked.