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- Dictionarybackbone/ˈbakbəʊn/
noun
- 1. the series of vertebrae extending from the skull to the pelvis; the spine: "prickles of sweat broke out along her backbone" Similar
- 2. the chief support of a system or organization: "these firms are the backbone of our industrial sector" Similar
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BACKBONE definition: 1. the line of bones down the centre of the back that provides support for the body: 2. the most…. Learn more.
1. : spinal column, spine. 2. : something that resembles a backbone: such as. a. : a chief mountain ridge, range, or system. b. : the foundation or most substantial or sturdiest part of something. c. : the longest chain of atoms or groups of atoms in a usually long molecule (such as a polymer or protein) d.
BACKBONE meaning: 1. the line of bones down the centre of the back that provides support for the body: 2. the most…. Learn more.
[singular] the most important part of a system, an organization, etc. that gives it support and strength. Agriculture forms the backbone of the rural economy. [uncountable] the strength of character that you need to do something difficult. He doesn't have the backbone to face the truth.
noun. a nontechnical name for spinal column. something that resembles the spinal column in function, position, or appearance. strength of character; courage. the main or central mountain range of a country or region. nautical the main longitudinal members of a vessel, giving structural strength.
Definitions of backbone. noun. the series of vertebrae forming the axis of the skeleton and protecting the spinal cord. synonyms: back, rachis, spinal column, spine, vertebral column. see more. noun. a central cohesive source of support and stability. synonyms: anchor, keystone, linchpin, lynchpin, mainstay. see more.
BACKBONE definition: 1. the main or strongest part of something: 2. the line of bones down the centre of your back. Learn more.
