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back end

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate Computing
Definition

adj. relating to the parts of a computer program or website that the user does not see. It usually involves the database and the server that make the system work.

adj. relating to the server-side or internal logic of a software application, responsible for data processing and storage. Often used attributively to describe infrastructure that supports the user-facing interface.


SIMPLE

The back-end developer is fixing the database error.

CONTEXTUAL

While the website looks beautiful, the back-end systems need to be upgraded to handle the increase in traffic.

COMPLEX

A robust back-end architecture is essential for ensuring that data remains consistent across multiple platforms while maintaining high security standards for sensitive user information.

Usage

Typically used attributively before a noun; can also be used as a noun to refer to the system itself.

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