behind–the–scenes
adjective
Definition of behind–the–scenes
1 : being or working out of public view or in secret behind–the–scenes lobbying for more money a behind–the–scenes player
2 : revealing or reporting the hidden workings a behind–the–scenes account a behind–the–scenes glimpse
From the M-W Editors
First Known Use of behind–the–scenes
1850
BEHIND–THE–SCENES Defined for English Language Learners
behind-the-scenes
adjective
Definition of behind–the–scenes for English Language Learners
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: working or happening privately without being known or seen by the public
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: revealing or reporting on things that usually happen privately without being known or seen by the public
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