Backside: meaning, definitions and examples

This term is often used in casual conversation to refer to the lower back part of the body. It can be slightly informal or humorous.

• Don't just sit on your backside all day! He slipped and landed on his backside

This word can refer to the back part of anything, including vehicles, buildings, or the body. It can be used formally or informally depending on the context.

• She glanced at the car's rear view mirror
• The rear of the house needs painting
• They hit him on the rear

This term is somewhat formal and is not commonly used in everyday conversation. It might be encountered in literature or specific descriptive contexts.

• The animal's hind part was covered in mud
• They admired the horse's strong hind part

This word is a common, informal way to refer to the buttocks. It can be used in both everyday conversation and with children.

• Sit down on your bottom, please
• The child's pants had a hole in the bottom

This word is commonly used in informal contexts to refer to the rear part of something, especially a person's body. It can also refer to the back part of an object, but it's less common in this usage.

• He slipped and fell on his backside.
• The hook is on the backside of the door.

This is a more formal term used to describe the opposite side of an object, often used in technical or official documentation.

• Please refer to the reverse side of the document for more information.
• The reverse side of the coin shows a different design.

This word is used to refer to the bottom surface of an object. It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, especially when talking about objects that have a distinct top and bottom.

• The underside of the table needs cleaning.
• Check the underside of the car for any leaks.

This term is often used in informal contexts to discuss an alternative aspect or the opposite side of a situation or argument. It is metaphorical and not usually used to describe physical objects.

• On the flip side, working from home can be quite isolating.
• Everything has its flip side.

Casual or informal settings, often to refer to the rear part of the body.

• He fell and landed on his backside.
• She slipped and hurt her backside.

Anatomical term, more formal, often used in medical or professional settings.

• The doctor asked about pain in my buttocks.
• Exercises to tone your buttocks.

Politer term, suitable for use in various contexts, including more formal ones.

• She has a tattoo on her behind.
• Please sit down and rest your behind.

Commonly used, appropriate for both casual and slightly more formal contexts. Often used in the context of talking to or about children.

• Baby needs a clean diaper for his bottom.
• Sit down on your bottom and be quiet.