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    Dos (en. Back)

    /dɔs/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The back part of the human body, located between the neck and the hips.
    He lay on his back to rest.
    Il s'est couché sur le dos pour se reposer.
    The back part of an object.
    The back of this book is damaged.
    Le dos de ce livre est abîmé.
    A group of muscles located at the back of the trunk.
    He does exercises to strengthen his back.
    Il fait des exercices pour fortifier son dos.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'dorsum' which means 'back'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to lie on one's back
    To be in a vulnerable or disadvantageous position.
    se mettre sur le dos
    to have broad shoulders
    To be able to endure a lot of things, to have resilience.
    avoir le dos large
    to have one's back against the wall
    To find oneself in a difficult situation with no way out.
    avoir le dos au mur

    Related Words

    dorsal
    Relating to the back.
    dorsal
    posterior
    Located at the rear.
    postérieur

    Slang Meanings

    The back as a colloquial term for the rear part of the body.
    He hurt his back while lifting a box.
    Il s'est fait mal au dos en soulevant une boîte.
    The back as a symbol of strength or resilience.
    He has a strong back; he can take a lot of pressure.
    Il a du dos, il peut encaisser beaucoup de pression.