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fallback

/ˈfɔːl.bæk/
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noun

  • An act of falling back.
  • A backup plan or contingency strategy; an alternative which can be used if something goes wrong with the main plan; a recourse.

    "As a fallback, I suppose we can use typewriters if the word processing system fails."

  • A reduction in bitumen softening point, sometimes called refluxing or overheating in a relatively closed container.
  • Pulverised material that falls back to earth after a nuclear explosion; fallout.

adjective

  • That can be resorted to as a fallback.

    "a fallback plan"

Word Statistics

Letter Count8 letters
Syllables2 syllables
Difficulty Level
Hard
Word FrequencyUncommon
Vowel Count2 vowels
Consonant Count6 consonants

Letter Analysis & Structure

First LetterF
Last LetterK
Letter Breakdown
F
A
L
L
B
A
C
K

Game Compatibility & Validity

Valid English Word
Available in Smotix Dictionary
Suitable for Vocabulary Learning
Compatible with Random Wordle (4–8 Letters)
Suitable for Timed Rush & Category Wordle

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