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Save a backup of your story.
What does Backup mean?
A backup is an extra copy or helper kept in case it is needed.
Dictionary definition
A saved copy used if the original is lost, or a person or thing ready to help if needed.
Example sentences
Backup in a sentence
medium
The goalie was our backup if the starter got tired.
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The team kept a backup plan in case the first idea failed.
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Practice 1
What does backup mean?
Backup means an extra copy or helper kept in case it is needed.
Practice 2
Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to backup?
Copy is closest because it connects to this meaning: A backup is an extra copy or helper kept in case it is needed.
Practice 3
Which word or phrase is a useful contrast to backup?
Original is a useful contrast because backup means: A backup is an extra copy or helper kept in case it is needed.
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Backup
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WordBackup.
Partnoun.
MeaningBackup means A backup is an extra copy or helper kept in case it is needed.
ExampleExample: Save a backup of your story.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- bak · up
- Strongest beat
- bak
- Ending
- up
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on bak.
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Word family
Backup word family
Base word
backup
noun
backups
More than one backup.
noun
backup plan
A plan kept ready in case another plan fails.
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Hint for students
Think about something extra that is ready in case the first one is lost or unavailable.
Common mix-up
Do not confuse backup with the original; a backup is the extra support or copy.
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Read this model sentence: The goalie was our backup if the starter got tired. Clue words: goalie, starter, tired. Underline clue words that show why backup fits instead of original. Now write one new sentence that shows backup without using the word backup. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show backup?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The goalie was our backup if the starter got tired." Why does backup fit better than original?
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