backbone

🇬🇧 UK/'bækbәun/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

n.

The spine; any main supporting structure or system; strength of character and determination.

脊椎;支柱;骨气,意志力

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
backboneother
=backbone

Common Collocations

  • 1.backbone of……的支柱

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The backbone of the organization consists of experienced managers and skilled workers.

  • 2.

    Perseverance and integrity form the backbone of her successful character.

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