| 释义 |
behind somebody's back behind (one's) backIn one's absence. The phrase typically suggests wrongdoing or deceit. I can't believe you were gossiping about me behind my back! Tom will be upset that we already made the decision behind his back.See also: back, behindbehind somebody’s ˈback without somebody knowing, especially because they would not like it: I feel guilty about going behind his back and complaining to the boss. ♢ People were often very rude about her behind her back. OPPOSITE: to somebody’s faceSee also: back, behind |