Definition of
backstage has definitions from the field of theater
1
[ noun ] (theater) a stage area out of sight of the audience

Synonyms

wing offstage

Used in print

(Whit Masterson, Evil Come, Evil Go....)

Backstage was tomb like by contrast .

As Andy reached the finale of his act , a subdued commotion backstage drew his attention to the wings .

Related terms

stage

2
[ adverb ] out of view of the public; behind the scenes

Examples

"Working backstage to gain political support for his proposal" "many private deals were made backstage at the convention"

3
[ adverb ] (theater) in or to a backstage area of a theater

Examples

"costumes were changed backstage"

4
[ adjective ] concealed from the public

Related terms

private

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Rhymes with

stage offstage upstage onstage downstage

Phonetic and Homophones

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