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back·bone
 backbone
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- pronunciation:
- baek
bon
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
the series of bones that run along the center of the back; spinal column; vertebrae.
- synonyms:
- back, rachis, spinal column, spine
- similar words:
- chine, vertebrae
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| definition 2: |
anything similar to a backbone in location, function, support, or appearance.
She was the backbone of our project.- synonyms:
- mainstay
- similar words:
- anchor, basis, cornerstone, foundation, keystone, pillar, prop, spine, strength
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| definition 3: |
strength or firmness of character.
She showed real backbone in standing up to the government.- synonyms:
- character, fortitude, grit, guts, spunk
- similar words:
- courage, determination, mettle, nerve, resolve, spine, strength
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| related words: |
emphasis, heart, hub, will |
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