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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

backline

/bæklaɪn/ noun · British & US
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What does backline mean?

noun

The musicians in a band who play instruments that are not keyboards or guitars, typically including the bass, drums, and saxophone. In a recording studio, the backing tracks or instruments played by session musicians.

Example

"The band's backline included a talented drummer and a skilled saxophonist."

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