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Definition of "backless" [back•less]

  • Having no back, said of things that typically have backs, such as chairs or dresses (adjective)
  • Having an uncovered back, having a back that shows skin (adjective)

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Use "backless" in a sentence
  • "It's hideously severe from the front and it's backless, which is fine on a dress for a party, but for the red carpet a backless dress is a disaster."
  • "( "It is the ultimate 'backless' dress," Mr. Gaultier wrote in the museum notes.)"
  • "While at it, looks like they're in the mood for some 'backless' fun too!"
Words like "backless"
armless
chintz-covered
flower-print
fold-out
iron-banded
leather-covered
low-backed low-cut
low-necked off-the-shoulder
pale-blue
red-leather
red-velvet
silk-covered
unpadded
velvet-covered