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BACKDOOR

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Backdoor.

Backdoor - as a noun

An undocumented way to get access to a computer system or the data it contains

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
back door

An entrance at the rear of a building

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
back doorback entrance

A secret or underhand means of access (to a place or a position)

Example: "He got his job through the back door"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
back door

Backdoor - as a verb

To attempt to accomplish by indirect means, especially when direct means are proscribed.

To enter a tube by accelerating from behind; to surf into an already formed hollow wave, in contrast to the normal method of slowing to allow a surfable wave to form.

Example Sentences

"He discovered a hidden backdoor into the system."
"The hackers used a backdoor to gain unauthorized access to the database."
"The company's security breach was a result of a backdoor left open by mistake."
"She found a backdoor in the software that allowed her to bypass certain restrictions."
"The backdoor was well-hidden and difficult to detect."
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Word Game Points

Is BACKDOOR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, backdoor is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BACKDOOR has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is BACKDOOR a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, backdoor is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BACKDOOR has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is BACKDOOR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, backdoor is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BACKDOOR has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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