Backless

/ˈbækləs/
adjective

Something is described as backless when it does not have a back part. This term is commonly used regarding clothing or furniture.

She wore a beautiful backless dress to the party.
Visual representation of "backless" - Something is described as backless when it does not have a back part. This term is commonly used regarding clothing or furniture.

Often appears as...

  • backless dress
  • backless chair
adjective

Something is described as backless when it does not have a back part. This term is commonly used regarding clothing or furniture.

She wore a beautiful backless dress to the party.
Visual representation of "backless" - Something is described as backless when it does not have a back part. This term is commonly used regarding clothing or furniture.

Often appears as...

  • backless dress
  • backless chair
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Clothing Context

Use 'backless' to describe outfits with an open back, often considered stylish and elegant.

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The bridesmaids all chose backless gowns for the summer wedding.
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Furniture Application

'Backless' pieces of furniture like stools may not provide back support but can be fashionable or space-saving.

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The kitchen island was surrounded by backless bar stools.
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Social Perception

Backless clothing can be seen as more revealing; cultural norms influence its appropriateness in different settings.

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At the conservative gala, her backless outfit drew disapproving glances.
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Video examples

Walking the Walk PIPE...

me what to do with him I am always prepared to tell him look I can lead you but I can also follow you when I show that his back legs were more weak I said well I don't really need the backless I'm gonna be the back legs

Video examples

Walking the Walk PIPE...

me what to do with him I am always prepared to tell him look I can lead you but I can also follow you when I show that his back legs were more weak I said well I don't really need the backless I'm gonna be the back legs

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Quote examples

Gugu Mbatha-Raw

English Actress

I like the collarbone, a very clean collarbone. I think there's something also very delicate and balletic about that part of a woman's body, and I'm not really a cleavage person, but I do like a back or a shoulder; I think there's something very alluring about backless dresses.
Portrait of Gugu Mbatha-Raw

Quote examples

Lorde

New Zealander Musician

I went to my prom. I wore this olive green, floor-length backless dress. It was rad.
Portrait of Lorde

Quote examples

Gugu Mbatha-Raw

English Actress

I like the collarbone, a very clean collarbone. I think there's something also very delicate and balletic about that part of a woman's body, and I'm not really a cleavage person, but I do like a back or a shoulder; I think there's something very alluring about backless dresses.
Portrait of Gugu Mbatha-Raw

Quote examples

Lorde

New Zealander Musician

I went to my prom. I wore this olive green, floor-length backless dress. It was rad.
Portrait of Lorde
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