backset

American  

[bak-set] / ˈbækˌsɛt /

noun

1. New England, Southern, and South Midland U.S.

   1. a setback; relapse; reverse.

   2. an eddy or countercurrent.

2. (on a lock on a door or the like) the horizontal distance between the face through which the bolt passes and the center line of the knob stem or keyhole.

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Etymology

Origin of backset

First recorded in 1565–75; back ² + set

Example Sentences

One key measurement is the backset: the distance from the edge of the door to the center of the handle.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 22, 2019

He did a good job protecting the backset and blocking shots.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 25, 2012

"You will have one little backset," said Earl.

From The Hindered Hand or, The Reign of the Repressionist by Bell, Robert E.

Each crew must accept the backset of its accidents.

From Boy Scouts Handbook The First Edition, 1911 by Boy Scouts of America

"There is no possible chance for any backset this time," said the lieutenant.

From No Moss The Career of a Rolling Stone by Castlemon, Harry