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stand-in vs backup

backup vs stand-in

stand-in and backup both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
stand-in Yes No No No
backup Yes No No No
As nouns, stand-in and backup are synonyms defined as:
  • stand-in and backup: someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult)
Other synonyms of stand-in include backup man, fill-in, relief, reliever, substitute.
stand-in (noun) backup (noun)
someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult) the act of providing approval and support
(computer science) a copy of a file or directory on a separate storage device
a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts
someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult)
an accumulation caused by clogging or a stoppage
Difference between stand-in and backup

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