backest

Adjective

back (not generally comparable, comparative more back, superlative most back)

1. (not comparable, usually) At or near the rear.
   • Go in the back door of the house.

   Synonyms:

   rear

2. (not comparable, predicative, usually) Returned or restored to a previous place or condition.
   • He was on vacation, but now he’s back.
3. (not comparable, usually) Not current.
   • I’d like to find a back issue of that magazine.

   Synonyms:

   former, previous

4. (not comparable, usually) Situated away from the main or most frequented areas.
   • They took a back road.
5. (not comparable, usually) In arrears; overdue.
   • They still owe three months’ back rent.
6. (not comparable, usually) Moving or operating backward.
   • back action

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