backup

Definition

  • noun: a person or thing that can be used to replace or support another person or thing
  • noun: one that serves as a substitute or support
  • often used before another noun
  • synonyms: accompaniment

Examples

  • The policeman called for 'backup' [=called for other police to come and help him] because the suspect was carrying a gun.

  • There was a traffic 'backup' [=('Brit') 'tailback'] for miles on the road because of the accident.

  • His role on the team is to be a 'backup' to the regular quarterback.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) We gotta get indoors. Follow me. Lowery, we're headed your way. Call in a chopper. Everything must be accounted for. I want all backup generators online. Where have you been? Change of plans. Mission took a jog to the left. I'm taking everything off-site. The embryos are safe here. (..)
    2015 Jurassic World