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backrest

American

[bak-rest] / ˈbækˌrɛst /

noun

a support used to rest one's back.

Etymology

Origin of backrest

First recorded in 1855–60; back ¹ + rest ¹

Example Sentences

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Out on the road, it’s both fun and sensible, with an upgraded seat and backrest, front and rear cargo options, and headlights for visibility.

From Salon • Nov. 20, 2025

Between the footage of Harbaugh and Reid, Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert was shown slamming his helmet with both hands into the backrest of one of his team’s metal benches.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 30, 2024

Further examination was ordered when staff became suspicious and they found evidence that its seat cushion and backrest had been re-stitched.

From BBC • Oct. 15, 2023

I had turned to face him on the small wooden bench, tucking my feet under me and resting my arm on the backrest.

From New York Times • Nov. 19, 2021

We were hidden by the backrest, by the wall of hair, and who was the farmer to tell anyway?

From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides

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