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backup

/ˈbækˌʌp/

A copy of computer files or information that is kept in case the original is lost or damaged. It can also refer to a person or thing that provides support or acts as a replacement.

Exemples

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1

I keep a backup of my family photos on a small hard drive.

I keep a second copy of my family photos on a small hard drive.

2

The organization ensures a secure backup of all sensitive data is performed nightly.

The organization ensures a safe copy of all sensitive data is made every night.

3

Don't worry, I have a backup of the document on my phone.

Don't worry, I have another copy of the document on my phone.

Famille de mots

Nom
backup
Verb
back up
Adjectif
backup
Apparenté
backing
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Astuce mémo

Think of 'Back' (behind) and 'Up' (ready). A backup is a copy kept 'behind' the original, 'ready' to be used.

Quiz rapide

Please make a _____ of your work before you turn off the computer.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : backup

Exemples

1

I keep a backup of my family photos on a small hard drive.

everyday

I keep a second copy of my family photos on a small hard drive.

2

The organization ensures a secure backup of all sensitive data is performed nightly.

formal

The organization ensures a safe copy of all sensitive data is made every night.

3

Don't worry, I have a backup of the document on my phone.

informal

Don't worry, I have another copy of the document on my phone.

4

Reliable backup systems are essential for maintaining the integrity of experimental results.

academic

Reliable data-saving systems are necessary for keeping research results safe.

5

We need a backup plan in case the main server fails during the presentation.

business

We need an alternative plan if the main computer stops working during the meeting.

Famille de mots

Nom
backup
Verb
back up
Adjectif
backup
Apparenté
backing

Collocations courantes

data backup a copy of computer information
backup plan an alternative strategy if the first one fails
cloud backup saving files to an internet-based server
backup generator a machine that makes electricity when the power goes out
daily backup making a copy of files every day

Phrases Courantes

backup singer

a person who sings behind the main singer

need backup

to require extra help or protection

backup copy

a secondary version of a file

Souvent confondu avec

backup vs back up

Backup (one word) is the noun or adjective, while back up (two words) is the verb action.

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Notes d'usage

In technology, 'backup' is usually a noun. When used as an adjective, it describes something used as a reserve (e.g., 'a backup battery').

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often write 'back up' (with a space) when they are talking about the file itself. Use 'backup' for the thing and 'back up' for the action.

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Astuce mémo

Think of 'Back' (behind) and 'Up' (ready). A backup is a copy kept 'behind' the original, 'ready' to be used.

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Origine du mot

Originates from the mid-20th century phrasal verb 'back up', meaning to support or move backward.

Modèles grammaticaux

countable noun (plural: backups) often used as an attributive noun before another noun

Quiz rapide

Please make a _____ of your work before you turn off the computer.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : backup

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