Definitions

1. verb

to give up or yield, especially in a contest or argument

“The government was forced to back down on its tax reform proposal.”

2. noun

a withdrawal from a position or a decision, especially as a result of pressure or opposition

“The company’s backdown on the merger surprised many investors.”

3. noun

a sudden or unexpected retreat, especially in a battle or other contest

“The enemy’s backdown gave us a crucial advantage on the battlefield.”

4. noun

a reduction in the level of something, especially a decrease in a price or an amount

“The store’s backdown on the price of the TV was a major selling point.”