Definitions

1. noun

A reduction in the price of a security, currency, or commodity, especially one that occurs unexpectedly.

“The stock market suffered a major pullback due to the economic downturn.”

2. noun

A maneuver in which a vehicle or other object is slowed down or stopped to avoid a collision or obstacle.

“The driver executed a successful pullback to avoid hitting the pedestrian.”

3. noun

A graphic or other visual element that is moved back from the foreground of a design or artwork.

“The artist used a pullback to create a sense of depth in her painting.”

4. verb

To draw back or pull back a part of one’s body, especially one’s hand or arm, to avoid a collision or obstacle.

“She pulled back her hand to avoid being burned by the hot stove.”

5. verb

To slow down or stop the movement of a vehicle or other object, especially to avoid a collision or obstacle.

“The driver pulled back the car to avoid hitting the pedestrian.”

6. verb

To move something back or to a less prominent position, especially in a design or artwork.

“The artist pulled back the background elements to make the subject stand out.”