adj/adv
backstage
bak-STAYJ
adj/adv
1
Behind or toward the area of a theatre out of the audience's view, where performers wait and prepare.
"She waited backstage nervously before her first solo."
"The backstage crew changes the sets between scenes."
2
Hidden from public view; happening privately behind the scenes of an event or organization.
"There was a lot of backstage negotiating before the deal was announced."
noun
1
The area of a theatre behind the stage, including dressing rooms, where performers and crew work out of the audience's sight.
"Fans were given a tour of backstage after the concert."
How to Use Backstage
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishBehind the scenes — either literally behind a theatre stage, or figuratively, out of public view.
Common pairings
backstage pass
backstage area
go backstage
Word Forms
more backstage comparative, backstages plural, most backstage superlative
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Etymology
From back + stage — literally the space located behind the performing area of a theatre.