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backup — meaning in English

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English meaning

backup noun A person, plan, or system kept in reserve in case the main one fails.

Senses

backup is used for these senses in English:

backup (computing) That is intended as a backup.
backup (computing) A copy of a file or record, stored separately from the original, that can be used to recover the original if it is damaged or destroyed.

backup — full definition

noun A person, plan, or system kept in reserve in case the main one fails.
noun A copy of digital files kept separately so the originals can be restored if lost or damaged.
noun A buildup or blockage that stops something from flowing normally, such as traffic or plumbing.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Portuguese words

reserva becape cópia de reserva cópia de segurança