Meaning & Definition of Backup in English
English⟶
Backup
/bækəp/
noun
1. An accumulation caused by clogging or a stoppage
- "A traffic backup on the main street"
- "He discovered a backup in the toilet"
synonym:
- backup
2. Someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult)
- "The star had a stand-in for dangerous scenes"
- "We need extra employees for summer fill-ins"
synonym:
- stand-in,
- substitute,
- relief,
- reliever,
- backup,
- backup man,
- fill-in
3. A musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts
synonym:
- accompaniment,
- musical accompaniment,
- backup,
- support
4. (computer science) a copy of a file or directory on a separate storage device
- "He made a backup in case the original was accidentally damaged or erased"
synonym:
- backup,
- computer backup
5. The act of providing approval and support
- "His vigorous backing of the conservatives got him in trouble with progressives"
synonym:
- backing,
- backup,
- championship,
- patronage