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Definitions for Backpedal
[1] to retard the forward motion by pressing backward on the pedal, especially of a bicycle with coaster brakes.
[2] to retreat from or reverse one's previous stand on any matter; shift ground: to back-pedal after severe criticism.
[3] Boxing . to retreat from an opponent, especially by stepping rapidly backward.
[4] to turn the pedals of a bicycle backwards
[5] to retract or modify a previous opinion, principle, etc
[6] boxing to take backward steps
Words related to Backpedal
back-pedalreconsider, renege
Words nearby Backpedal
back-pedalback-load, back-mutate, back-order, back-paddle, back-patting, back-pedal, back-seat driver, back-slapping, back-stabbing, back-street, back-talk
Origin of Backpedal
-pedalFirst recorded in 1895–1900
Synonyms for Backpedal
fall back, retract, about-face, back, change, rethink, retreat, retrograde, reverse, withdraw, retrocede