Definition of Pullback

1. Noun. A device (as a decorative loop of cord or fabric) for holding or drawing something back. "The draperies were drawn to the sides by pullbacks"

Exact synonyms: Tieback
Generic synonyms: Holding Device

2. Noun. (military) the act of pulling back (especially an orderly withdrawal of troops). "The pullback is expected to be over 25,000 troops"
Generic synonyms: Withdrawal
Category relationships: Armed Forces, Armed Services, Military, Military Machine, War Machine
Derivative terms: Pull Back

Definition of Pullback

1. n. That which holds back, or causes to recede; a drawback; a hindrance.

Definition of Pullback

1. a restraint or drawback [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Pullback

pulingly
pulings
pulis
Pulitzer
pulk
pulka
pulkas
pulkha
pulkhas
pulks
pull
pull-in
pull-off
pull-through
pull-up
pullback (current term)
pullbacks
pulled
puller
pullers
pullet
pullets
pulley
pulley-block
pulleys
pulling
pulling out
Pullman
pullmans
Pullman car

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