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back up

/bax ʌp/

Meaning 1

reverse direction of movement

“She had to back up the car to park.”
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Illustration of back up: reverse direction of movement

Meaning 2

To support or reinforce someone or something.

“He had to back up his claim with evidence.”
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Illustration of back up: To support or reinforce someone or something.