English Explanatory Dictionary

backstage

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Relating to, or situated in the area behind a stage.
  2. Secret, concealed from the public.
adv
  1. Towards the area behind the stage.
  2. Out of view of the public.
noun
  1. The area behind a stage out of view of the audience where performers wait to give their show; especially that of the dressing rooms.
  2. The private portion of the space used by a business or enterprise.

Pronunciation

/bækˈsteɪd͡ʒ/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-backstage.wav

Word forms

backstage more backstage most backstage backstages

Etymology

From back + stage.

Derived words

backstage Johnny backstage pass backstager
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