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Definition of backless

backless

/ˈbæk.ləs/
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• adjective

1

Designed to leave the wearer's back or heel uncovered (of a garment or shoe).

Example

"She wore a sleek, backless evening gown to the charity gala."

2

Having no backrest or rear panel (of a seat, bench, or piece of furniture).

Example

"The kitchen island was lined with four backless wooden barstools."

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• Rhymes for backless

• Nearby Words

backing
backlands
backlash
backless
backlight
backlighting
backline

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Backless. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/backless
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