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Backstage Definition & Meaning

backstage
adverb
  1. out of view of the public; behind the scenes; "Working backstage to gain political support for his proposal"; "many private deals were made backstage at the convention"
  2. in or to a backstage area of a theater; "costumes were changed backstage"
adjective
  1. concealed from public view or attention; "offstage political meetings"
noun
  1. a stage area out of sight of the audience

"Backstage" in song lyrics

See how backstage is used in real songs:

  • "At one of my shows, kickin' it backstage"
    Above the Law f/ Enuff, Kokane — Gorillapimpin'
  • "Gimme some, I'll, be, the, one backstage"
    Erykah Badu — Turn Me Away (Get Munny)
  • "E'rybody on stage, e'rybody backstage"
    Big Shug — Hear Me

Words that rhyme with backstage

Usage tips for "backstage"

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Frequently asked questions

What does backstage mean?
out of view of the public; behind the scenes; "Working backstage to gain political support for his proposal"; "many private deals were made backstage at the convention" in or to a backstage area of a theater; "costumes were changed backstage" concealed from public view or attention; "offstage political meetings" a stage area out of sight of the audience
What part of speech is backstage?
Backstage is an adverb, an adjective, and a noun.
How many definitions does backstage have?
Backstage has 4 definitions across 3 parts of speech (adverb, adjective, noun).

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