Definitions

1. noun

an action of returning something to its original place or position

“The team’s comeback was a notable putback in the history of the sport.”

2. verb

to return something to its original place or position

“She put back the books on the shelf after reading them.”

3. verb

to score a point by tipping the ball back into the basket after a missed shot

“In basketball, a putback is a way to score points after a teammate misses a shot.”