backside

Word parts

back + side

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈbækˌsaɪd/

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• Hyphenation: back‧side

Noun

Singular backside

Plural backsides

1. (countable) Something's backside is the side that is opposite of the front.
2. (countable) Someone's backside is their buttocks or butt.
   • Synonyms: buttocks, butt and ass

   The child was spanked in the backside for misbehaving.