backup

/bæk,əp/ noun
6 letters2 syllables16 points in Scrabble®20 points in WWF®
DEFINITIONS5
NOUN
1

A musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts.

2

(computer science) a copy of a file or directory on a separate storage device.

“he made a backup in case the original was accidentally damaged or erased”

3

The act of providing approval and support.

4

Someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult).

5

An accumulation caused by clogging or a stoppage.

“a traffic backup on the main street”

“he discovered a backup in the toilet”

WORD FORMS
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Words With Friends®20 points
Double word32 points
Triple word48 points
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Starts & ends withB … P
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