To break an agreement or arrangement.
Backword
BAK-word
ˈbakwərd
Verb
Example Sentences
"He backworded."
"Don't backword."
Etymology & History
Yorkshire dialect meaning to go back on one word or break agreement.
Word Details
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Region
Yorkshire
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Era
1700s
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Language
mild
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Formality
informal
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