Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
backbreaker
noun
/ˈbakˌbreɪ.kər/
Definition
A severe strain or injury to the back, often resulting in intense pain or difficulty in movement.
Examples
- The heavy lifting at the construction site was a real backbreaker.
- She felt like her workload was a backbreaker, leaving her exhausted at the end of the day.
- The steep hike up the mountain turned out to be a backbreaker for the entire group.
Meaning
Used to describe something very strenuous or demanding, especially when it requires great physical effort.
Synonyms
- Strain
- Burden
- Grind
- Tax
- Effort
