Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bac

Noun
/bæk/
Definition
A shortening of the term ‘bacillus’, referring to a type of bacteria, or used informally in some contexts to describe a specific return, often in academic or recovery settings.
Examples
  • The bac is crucial for students in France who wish to pursue higher education.
  • After my recovery, I felt I was finally bac to my old self.
Meaning
In informal use, ‘bac’ can refer to a return to a previous state or a level of certain qualifications, such as the Baccalauréat in French education.
Synonyms
  • Return
  • Comeback
  • Recovery