1. The part of something that is furthest from the normal viewer:; SYN. rear.
2. The part of a garment that covers one's back
3. A support that one can lean against while sitting; SYN. backrest.
4. The position of a player on a football team who is stationed behind the line of scrimmage.
5. (Football) A person who plays in the backfield.
ETYM Cf. French revers. Related to Reverse.
1. A relation of direct opposition; SYN. contrary, opposite.
2. An unfortunate happening that hinders of impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating; SYN. reversal, setback, blow.
3. The gears by which the motion of a machine can be reversed.
4. The side of a coin or medal that does not bear the principal design; SYN. verso.