Phrase guide

back onto

verb · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To reverse a vehicle onto something.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • He backed the car onto my toe.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To reverse onto something.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • The car backed onto my toe.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

3

verb

Meaning 3

To overlook something from the rear.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • My house backs onto the canal.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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