backless
Definition
Adjective: - Lacking a back: Describes an object, typically a seat or garment, that does not have a back part or support.
Usage
The adjective "backless" is used to modify nouns, primarily describing items designed without a rear section. It is most commonly applied to furniture (like seats) and clothing (like dresses or tops).
Examples
Describing Furniture:
- She sat on a backless stool at the kitchen counter.
- The bench was simple and backless, made from a single piece of wood.
Describing Clothing:
- She wore a stunning backless evening gown to the gala.
- The design featured a backless top with intricate lacing.
Advanced Usage
- Figurative Use: While rare, "backless" can be used figuratively to describe something that lacks support or a foundation.
- The argument felt backless and easily fell apart under scrutiny. (This usage is metaphorical and not standard.)
Variants and Related Words
- Backless chair: A specific type of chair without a backrest.
- Backless dress: A dress that is cut low or is open at the back.
Synonyms
- Unsupported (in the context of lacking a backrest)
- Without a back
Antonyms
- Backed
- With a back
Adjective
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lacking a back
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a stool is a backless and armless seat
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