Definition of back

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Back (n.) The part of a cutting tool on the opposite side from its edge; as, the back of a knife, or of a saw..

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Jib :: "Jib (v. i.) To move restively backward or sidewise, -- said of a horse; to balk..
Reflective :: Reflective (a.) Throwing back images; as, a reflective mirror..
Redemand :: Redemand (n.) A demanding back; a second or renewed demand.
Alight :: Alight (v. i.) To spring down, get down, or descend, as from on horseback or from a carriage; to dismount..
Reverberate :: Reverberate (v. i.) To be driven back; to be reflected or repelled, as rays of light; to be echoed, as sound..
Barebacked :: Barebacked (a.) Having the back uncovered; as, a barebacked horse..
Scullery :: Scullery (n.) A place where dishes, kettles, and culinary utensils, are cleaned and kept; also, a room attached to the kitchen, where the coarse work is done; a back kitchen..
Opisthotonos :: Opisthotonos (n.) A tetanic spasm in which the body is bent backwards and stiffened.
Finchbacked :: Finchbacked (a.) Streaked or spotted on the back; -- said of cattle.
Backward :: Backward (v. i.) To keep back; to hinder.
Retire :: Retire (v. i.) To recede; to fall or bend back; as, the shore of the sea retires in bays and gulfs..
Water Gauge :: Water gauge () A wall or bank to hold water back.
Cock :: Cock (v. t.) To draw the hammer of (a firearm) fully back and set it for firing.
Drag :: Drag (v. i.) To serve as a clog or hindrance; to hold back.
Support :: Support (v. t.) To uphold by aid or countenance; to aid; to help; to back up; as, to support a friend or a party; to support the present administration..
Blueback :: Blueback (n.) A salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka) of the Columbia River and northward.
Enclitically :: Enclitically (adv.) In an enclitic manner; by throwing the accent back.
Table :: Table (n.) The games of backgammon and of draughts.
Re- :: Re- () A prefix signifying back, against, again, anew; as, recline, to lean back; recall, to call back; recede; remove; reclaim, to call out against; repugn, to fight against; recognition, a knowing again; rejoin, to join again; reiterate; reassure. Combinations containing the prefix re- are readily formed, and are for the most part of obvious signification..
Wanty :: Wanty (n.) A surcingle, or strap of leather, used for binding a load upon the back of a beast; also, a leather tie; a short wagon rope..
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