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baggrund — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • background noun The part of a scene or image that lies behind the main subject.
  • FOIL noun A very thin, flexible sheet of metal, especially aluminum, used for wrapping food.

Senses

baggrund is used for these senses in English:

  • foil (figuratively) Anything that acts by contrast to emphasise the characteristics of something.

background — full definition

  1. noun The part of a scene or image that lies behind the main subject.
  2. noun A person's history, education, or experience.
  3. adj Less prominent or noticeable; running behind the main action.
  4. verb To gather relevant background information on a person or subject.

FOIL — full definition

  1. noun A very thin, flexible sheet of metal, especially aluminum, used for wrapping food.
  2. verb To prevent a plan, attempt, or plot from succeeding.
  3. noun A person or thing that highlights another's qualities by contrast, especially in a story.
  4. noun A thin fencing sword with a blunted tip, used in the sport of fencing.

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