Meaning of the word backdrop in English

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backdrop

US /ˈbæk.drɑːp/
UK /ˈbæk.drɑːp/
"backdrop" picture

Noun

1.

a painted cloth hung at the back of a theater stage as part of the scenery

Example:
The play used a beautiful hand-painted backdrop of a forest.
The photographer set up a plain white backdrop for the portraits.
2.

the setting or background for a scene, event, or situation

Example:
The mountains provided a stunning backdrop for the wedding photos.
The economic crisis formed the backdrop to the political discussions.
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