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backstab

Pronunciation: /ˈbækˌstæb/

The English word “backstab” has 2 meanings listed here.

verb

  1. To attack someone (especially verbally) unfairly in a deceitful, underhand, or treacherous manner, especially when they're not present in the place or situation that it happens.

noun

  1. An act of backstabbing.

Etymology

From back + stab.

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