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The definition of backbone
6 Definitions of: backbone
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- noun, a nontechnical name for spinal column
- noun, something that resembles the spinal column in function, position, or appearance
- noun, strength of character; courage
- noun, the main or central mountain range of a country or region
- noun, nautical the main longitudinal members of a vessel, giving structural strength
- noun, computing (in computer networks) a large-capacity, high-speed central section by which other network segments are connected
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| Synonyms: | Brit. slang informal courage, daring, resolution, pluck, willpower, determination, fortitude, hardihood, spinal column, spine | And more... |
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