BACKUP

Backup

In information technology, a backup, or the process of backing up, refers to the copying and archiving of computer data so it may be used to restore the original after a data loss event. The verb form is to back up in two words, whereas the noun is backup.

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back up

Verb

  1. To move backwards, especially for a vehicle to do so.
  2. To move a vehicle backwards.
  3. To undo one's actions.
  4. To reconsider one's thoughts.
  5. To copy (data) as a security measure.
  6. To provide support or the promise of support.
  7. For the non-striker to take a few steps down the pitch, in preparation to taking a run, just as the bowler bowls the ball.
  8. For a fielder to position himself behind the wicket (relative to a team-mate who is throwing the ball at the wicket) so as to stop the ball, and prevent overthrows.
  9. To halt the flow or movement of something.


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backup

Noun

  1. A reserve or substitute.
    If the goalkeeper is injured, we have a backup.
  2. A copy of a file or record, stored separately from the original, that can be used to recover the original if it is destroyed or damaged.
    After the power failure, we had to restore the database from backup.
  3. An accumulation of material that halts the flow or movement of something.
    The blockage caused a backup in the plumbing.
  4. reinforcements
    He's got a gun - you better send for backup.

Adjective

  1. Standby, reserve or extra.
    I am only a backup player.
  2. That is intended as a backup.
    Make a backup copy of that file.


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