Synonyms of back of

back of

preposition

as in in back of

at, to, or toward the rear of

the equipment shed is a concrete structure back of the school

Synonyms & Similar Words

• in back of
• behind
• abaft

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• before
• ahead of

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of back of

Police said the driver parked, got out and walked around the back of the vehicle to the passenger side. — Eric Weiss, Sun Sentinel, 6 Nov. 2026

The zipper is positioned at the back of the boot for a cleaner overall silhouette. — Abby Hepworth, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2026

To allow the flexible tissue in the back of the eye sufficient time to return to baseline status, the UC Berkeley clinic recommends children’s screen breaks be at least five minutes each. — Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2026

The next stop is likely Copenhagen, which has built its fashion week off the back of sustainability requirements. — Bella Webb, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2026