Backstab

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈbækËŒstæb/

Origin

back + stab

Full definition of backstab

Verb

1. (transitive) to attack someone (especially verbally) unfairly in a deceitful, underhand, or treacherous manner, especially when they're not present in the place or situation that it happens. (as if stabbing them in the back). See backbite.

Derived terms

• backstabber
• backstabby