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Meaning of answer back

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

answer back

Pronunciation:

verb

Definitions

  1. To reply impertinently; to talk back.

    Example: I'll thank you not to answer back like that! Where are your manners?

  2. To reply to a question at a later time.

    Example: Please answer me back before the end of the week.

  3. To issue echo characters, protocol responses, reflexive connection requests, etc.