Definition of "back"

Kid-friendly meaning of back, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "back" mean?

back (noun) — the part of your body behind your chest.

Part of speechNoun Syllables1 (back)

Example sentences using "back"

Grade K–2
My back itches.
Grade 3–5
He hurt his back lifting the heavy box of books up to the top shelf.
Grade 6–8
There's a particular ache in your back at the end of a long day that no amount of stretching seems able to fully argue with.

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