Definition of background

Noun

information that is essential to understanding a situation or problem

Example

"The embassy filled them in on the background of the incident."

Synonyms

background knowledge

Nepali Meanings

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Noun

a god worshipped by a different group or culture

Noun

shortened form of the word yellow used as a prefix in compound words

Verb

to be crushed or ground down

Noun

a vehicle or chariot decorated with flowers for special occasions or processions

Noun

a structure built over or near a water source