Backup - definition, pronunciation, transcription
noun
he discovered a backup in the toilet
- a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts (syn: accompaniment, support)
- (computer science) a copy of a file or directory on a separate storage device
Extra examples
His role on the team is to be a backup to the regular quarterback.
We have an extra radio as a backup in case this one doesn't work.
We have an extra radio for backup.
He provides backup for the regular quarterback.
She sang backup on his CD.
I've taken new wheels as a backup in case something happens to my bike.
I've got my mother as a backup in case the babysitter cancels.
Always have a backup plan.
Make a backup of any work you do on the computer.
Army units can only operate if they have sufficient backup.
They will call for police backup if necessary.
The police radioed for backup.
A backup copy of a computer program does not infringe copyright.
I always keep a backup copy on disk.
...the transatlantic balloonists laid out a backup plan in case of an emergency...
Word forms
singular: backup
plural: backups
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