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BAK-up/ˈbækʌp/

A backup is a reserve copy or extra support: a backup of the file; backup generators. Back up is the verb (two words). Copy is everyday. Do not rely on one USB. Dissertations need an encrypted backup. Also: a backup plan.

Meaning

A reserve copy or person; also extra support if the first plan fails.

Examples

• “Keep a backup of the dissertation on an encrypted drive.”
• “A backup generator covered the fridge store, which is the equipment sense.”

Good to know

a backup of; a backup plan / generator. Verb: back up (two words). Everyday: a copy. IT and contingency. Not backup as a verb in careful UK (back up).

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