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Backbone vs Backstrap - What's the difference?

backbone | backstrap |

As nouns the difference between backbone and backstrap

is that backbone is the series of vertebrae, separated by disks, that encloses and protects the spinal cord, and runs down the middle of the back in vertebrate animals while backstrap is a pull strap extending the backstay of a boot or shoe.

backbone

English

Noun

(en noun)
  • The series of vertebrae, separated by disks, that encloses and protects the spinal cord, and runs down the middle of the back in vertebrate animals.
  • any fundamental support, structure, or infrastructure
  • Before automobiles, railroads were a backbone of commerce.
  • courage, fortitude, or strength
  • He would make a good manager, if he had a little more backbone .

    Synonyms

    * spine * spinal column * vertebral column * See also

    backstrap

    English

    Noun

    (en noun)
  • A pull strap extending the backstay of a boot or shoe
  • The backbone of a book
  • A loin of meat consisting of the muscle on each side of the spine
  • * 2010 , Guy Mirabella, Eat - Ate (page 110)
  • As a dressing, combine the extra-virgin olive oil and garlic in a small bowl, seasoning with salt and pepper. Arrange the whole eggplants and tomatoes on a large platter. Slice the lamb backstraps diagonally and lay the meat over the eggplants and tomatoes.

    References

    Webster's Third New International Dictionary, Unabridged . Merriam-Webster, 2002. http://unabridged.merriam-webster.com (17 Aug. 2011)