backs
- 01 A1 Beginner
n.the rear parts of human or animal bodies, from the neck to the waist.
n.the posterior parts of the human or animal body, extending from the neck to the pelvis.
Simple“The swimmers had very strong backs from years of training in the pool.”
In context“The physical therapist noted that many office workers suffer from strained backs due to poor ergonomic setups at their desks.”
- 02 A2 Elementary
n.the parts of things that are furthest from the front.
n.the posterior or reverse sides of objects, buildings, or documents.
Simple“Please write your names on the backs of your test papers.”
In context“The artist signed the backs of the canvases to ensure the signatures wouldn't distract from the minimalist compositions.”
- 03 B1 Intermediate
v.gives help or money to a person, plan, or company.
v.provides support, whether financial, moral, or political, to a person or initiative.
Simple“The local community always backs the school's charity events.”
In context“The venture capital firm typically backs early-stage technology companies that demonstrate high growth potential in emerging markets.”
UsageThis is the third-person singular form of the verb.
- 04 B1 Intermediate
v.moves a vehicle or person backwards.
v.causes a vehicle or person to move in a reverse direction.
Simple“He carefully backs the car into the garage every evening.”
In context“The driver slowly backs the delivery truck toward the loading dock while the warehouse staff signal the remaining distance.”
UsageOften used with the particle 'up' or 'out'.