Synonyms for

Backside

Verb / ˈbæˌksaɪd / Another word for backside — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The part of the body that a person sits on; the rear end of a person or animal.

Synonyms & similar words

ass hindquarters keister tailend stern rear derriere fundament rearend posterior bottom rump butt hindend buttocks front nates arse tail bum can tush seat tooshie backend behind bottom butt derriere fanny hiney posterior rear seat tail tush bum keister rump buttocks heinie hindquarters booty caboose

Synonyms by register

Formal

rear posterior hind dorsal

Informal

butt ass bum bottom rear end

Literary

haunches rump

Antonyms

front forefront lead head van advance

Common collocations

  • on the backside
  • backside of the moon
  • backside of the mountain
  • turn your backside
  • smack on the backside
  • the backside of life
  • the backside of the building

Word family

noun backside
adjective backside

Usage note

While 'backside' can refer to the rear of an object, it is most commonly used as a euphemism for the buttocks. Its informal synonyms are generally considered vulgar.

Example sentences

  1. The cat sat on the backside of the couch.
  2. I don't want to see your backside hanging out of your pants.
  3. The horse kicked the farmer in the backside when he tried to saddle it.
  4. She slipped on the ice and landed hard on her backside.
  5. My backside is sore from sitting too long.

Quotes

  • I'm from the backside of the moon.
  • No one wants to see the backside of the moon.
  • I'm going to kick you in the backside.

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