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- /bˈækwɜːd/
- /bˈakwɜːd/
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- US Pronunciation
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- /bˈækwɜːd/
Definitions of backword word
- noun backword the act or an instance of failing to keep a promise or commitment (esp in the phrase give (someone) backword) 3
- noun backword A contention, retort, or reply. 1
- noun backword A contradiction or answer to put off an engagement; a countermand. 0
- noun backword A section of commentary at the end of a book. 0
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Parts of speech for Backword
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
backword popularity
This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 7% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.
According to our data about 75% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
backword usage trend in Literature
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