backdrop
UK/'bækdrɒp/US
TOEFLGREC2
Definitions
n.
A painted cloth hung at the back of a stage; the setting or background of an event or scene
舞台背景幕；（事件的）背景
v.
To serve as a background or setting for something
作为……的背景
Root Breakdown
Native Englishbackdropother
=backdrop
Example Sentences
- 1.
A elaborate backdrop of painted mountains framed the stage perfectly.
- 2.
The economic crisis provided a somber backdrop for the political discussions.