[ˈbækˌɡeɪm]

Definitions

1. noun

A comeback or a situation in a board game, such as backgammon, where a player who is behind in the score manages to win or catch up.

“He pulled off an amazing backgame to win the match.”

2. noun

A defensive strategy in a game, especially a board game, where a player tries to delay the opponent’s victory or progress.

“The chess player employed a clever backgame to stall for time.”

3. verb

To engage in a comeback or a defensive strategy.

“The boxer backgamed his opponent in the final round.”