Back

Meaning

the rear surface of the human body from the shoulders to the hips; the spine

the rear surface of the human body; to support; to return to a place

Example Sentences

She hurt her back while lifting heavy boxes.

He turned back to help his friend.

Example Expressions

back and forth

Synonyms

spine, backbone, rear, behind, support, return

Entry 1

spine, backbone, rear

Entry 2

rear, behind, support, return

Antonyms

front, chest, face, oppose

Entry 1

front, chest, face

Entry 2

front, oppose

Collocations

back pain, back injury, turn your back, pat on the back, back home, back up, back support

Entry 1

back pain, back injury, turn your back, pat on the back

Entry 2

back pain, back home, back up, back support