backtrack
0 antonyms and opposites of backtrack, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To go back the way you came, retracing your own steps or route.
How to use backtrack
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From back + track — literally to travel back over the same track or path.
Full origin of backtrack →Frequently asked questions
What does “backtrack” mean?
The word “backtrack” means to go back the way you came, retracing your own steps or route. In plain terms, to go back over ground you already covered, whether that's a physical path or something you already said.
How do you pronounce “backtrack”?
“Backtrack” is pronounced BAK-trak (/ˈbæk.tɹæk/ in IPA).
How do you use “backtrack” in a sentence?
Here is “backtrack” used in a sentence: “We had to backtrack half a mile after realizing we'd missed the turnoff.”
What part of speech is “backtrack”?
“Backtrack” is a verb.
How many meanings does “backtrack” have?
“Backtrack” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to go back the way you came, retracing your own steps or route.