background

Meanings

• noun

  The environment or setting that surrounds and influences a person, event, or thing.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈbæk.ɡɹaʊnd/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

conspicuous , foreground , forestanding , primary , prominent

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Variants

List of all variants of background that leads to same result
background , background music , backgrounds , on background , backgrounded , backgrounding , background musics , background radiation , background radiations , cosmic background radiation , background noise , cosmic background radiations , cosmic microwave background , cosmic microwave backgrounds , in the background , into the background

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The word 'background' comes from the Old English word 'bacgground' which means 'back ground' or 'behind'.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The term 'background' is often used in computing to refer to the colors and images displayed behind the icons and windows on a desktop.

2. In photography, the background is the part of the image that is not the focus of attention.

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Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. foreground: The part of a picture or scene that is in focus and receives the most attention, contrasted with the background.

2. setting: The time, place, and circumstances in which a story or event takes place.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

In art, a background is the part of a picture that lies behind the foreground and forms the setting for the scene. In literature, the background refers to the setting and historical context of a story.

How to Memorize "background"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a scene or picture with a background. Visualize the details of the background to help remember the meaning.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'background' with the concept of a setting or environment.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'BAG' to remember the meaning: Background stands for 'B'ackground, 'A' environment, and 'G'etting.

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