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Definition of Backup man
1. Noun. Someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult). "We need extra employees for summer fill-ins"
Exact synonyms: Backup, Fill-in, Relief, Reliever, Stand-in, Substitute
Generic synonyms: Compeer, Equal, Match, Peer
Specialized synonyms: Locum, Locum Tenens, Double, Stunt Man, Stunt Woman, Alternate, Replacement, Surrogate
Derivative terms: Fill In, Relieve, Stand In, Substitute, Substitute, Substitute
Generic synonyms: Compeer, Equal, Match, Peer
Specialized synonyms: Locum, Locum Tenens, Double, Stunt Man, Stunt Woman, Alternate, Replacement, Surrogate
Derivative terms: Fill In, Relieve, Stand In, Substitute, Substitute, Substitute
Lexicographical Neighbors of Backup Man
Literary usage of Backup man
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Marine Fire Prevention, Firefighting and Fire Safety: A Comprehensive (1994)
"The backup man is positioned directly behind the nozzleman. ... The hose should
be run out as follows: The nozzleman and backup man pick up the first ..."
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