Behind

/bɪˈhaɪnd/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The part of something that is at the back.

The behind of the statue is not visible from the front.

adverb

At the back of; in the position that is further back than something else.

The dog is hiding behind the couch.

In a position of disadvantage or failure compared to someone or something else.

She is behind in her studies compared to her classmates.

After the time or deadline; late.

I am behind on my project due to unforeseen circumstances.

preposition

At the back of; in a position that is further back than.

The warehouse is located behind the supermarket.

In support of; backing or helping.

He is behind the new initiative to clean the river.

Middle English behynde, from Old English behindan.

behind the scenes:

In a place or situation not visible to the public.

behind bars:

In prison.

behind schedule:

Not on time.

To be in a position of inferiority or not doing well.

He's really behind in the game.

To fall short or lag behind in a task.

I'm way behind on my work.