backups
/ˈbækˌʌps/
NOUN
1. People or things kept available as substitutes
Persons or things held in reserve to replace, support, or take the place of others when needed.
1.1. Replacement or substitute personnel
Refers to people available to take over the duties or roles of others when the primary individuals are absent, unavailable, or unable to perform their responsibilities.
Synonyms
- alternates
- assistants
- deputies
- fill-ins
- pinch hitters
- proxies
- relievers
- replacements
- reserves
- stand-ins
- substitutes
- understudies
- surrogates
Antonyms
- principals
- incumbents
- originals
- primary personnel
Examples
- Backups of important files should be stored in a secure location.
Related Words
- agents
- assignees
- delegates
- envoys
- representatives
- successors
- attorneys
1.2. Alternative or emergency provisions
Describes additional resources, arrangements, or temporary solutions kept ready for use when the primary option is unavailable or fails.
Synonyms
- alternates
- makeshifts
- standbys
- stopgaps
- substitutes
- reserves
Antonyms
- primary options
- permanent solutions
- main arrangements
Examples
- It's wise to have multiple backups of your work to avoid losing progress.
Related Words
- expedients
- recourses
- refuges
- contingencies
- fallback plans
- quick fixes
NOUN
2. Copies of data stored for recovery
Separate copies of files, records, or other information that can be used to restore the originals if they are lost, damaged, or destroyed.
2.1. Copies of digital files and records
Refers to duplicate copies of important digital information stored separately to protect against accidental deletion, data corruption, hardware failure, or other forms of data loss.
Synonyms
- copies
- duplicates
- replicas
- backup copies
- data copies
Antonyms
- originals
- primary files
- source data
Examples
- Backups of important files should be stored in a secure location.
- The team relies on regular data backups to protect against loss in case of system failure.
- It's wise to have multiple backups of your work to avoid losing progress.
- The company's IT policy mandates daily backups of all critical information.
- Cloud storage services offer convenient options for automatic backups of digital content.
Related Words
- archives
- data recovery
- data protection
- file restoration
- redundancy
- cloud storage
NOUN
3. Accumulations caused by obstruction or congestion
Buildups of material, traffic, or other moving elements caused by restricted flow, obstruction, or insufficient capacity.
3.1. Buildup of material or fluid
Refers to accumulations of substances such as water, sewage, or other materials when their normal movement is restricted by a partial or complete blockage.
Synonyms
- accumulations
- buildups
- blockages
- congestions
- obstructions
- stoppages
Antonyms
- clearances
- free flows
- unobstructed flows
Related Words
- clogs
- overflow
- bottlenecks
- logjams
- drainage problems
- stoppages
3.2. Traffic congestion and vehicle queues
Describes buildups of vehicles caused by restricted movement, road obstructions, or delays that create long queues of traffic.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- free-flowing traffic
- clear roads
- unimpeded traffic
Related Words
- delays
- crawls
- slowdowns
- snarls
- stoppages
- road obstructions
NOUN
4. Additional personnel sent to assist law enforcement
Extra police officers or other law enforcement personnel provided to support those already handling an incident or emergency.
4.1. Police reinforcements
Refers to additional officers or law enforcement units called in to assist existing personnel during an incident, emergency, or operation.
Synonyms
- reinforcements
- additional officers
- police support
- extra personnel
Related Words
- police assistance
- law enforcement
- backup units
- emergency response
- patrol officers