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Meaning of BACKDOWN

Pronunciation:  'bak`dawn

 
WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
[n]  a retraction of a previously held position
 

BACKDOWN is a 8 letter word that starts with B.

 

 Synonyms: climb-down, withdrawal
 
 See Also: abjuration, recantation, retraction

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Back"down`\, n.
A receding or giving up; a complete surrender. [Colloq.]
 

 

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