background
Pronunciation
Noun
A2 Elementary
Quick answer
The part of a picture or scene furthest from the viewer, or a person's past experiences.
Synonyms and antonyms
Antonyms
Usage notes
Common in the phrase "background in", as in "a background in engineering".
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Mountains rose in the _____ of the photo."
Answer: background
In your own words, what does "background" mean?
The part of a picture or scene furthest from the viewer, or a person's past experiences.
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