Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

back time

Word Rarity Common

Frequency: Zipf frequency 5.85 in modern English

Syllables: back- -time
IPA

18

Scrabble Score

8

Letters

3

Syllables

8

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

The time during a broadcast at which previously rehearsed material should begin, in order to fit the schedule correctly.

noun

That which is overdue or in arrear.

Dated

adj

Pertaining to payment, rent, taxes, etc. meant to cover a past period of time.

Dated

Usage

Dated

Questions

What does back time mean?: The time during a broadcast at which previously rehearsed material should begin, in order to fit the schedule correctly.

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