Definitions for back seat
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Kernerman English Learner's Dictionary
back seat(noun)ˈækpˌæk
a seat in the back of a car
two kids in the back seat
back seatˈækpˌæk
to be less active or less in control
Women often take a back seat in science.
Wiktionary
back seat(Noun)
Any of the seats in the rear of an automobile.
back seat(Noun)
A powerless position.
Origin: From back + seat.
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