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backbone noun

  /ˈbækˌboʊn/ , /ˈbækˌbəʊn/
  • (figuratively) Any fundamental support, structure, or infrastructure.
 костя́к, осно́ва, хребе́т
  • The series of vertebrae, separated by disks, that encloses and protects the spinal cord, and runs down the middle of the back in vertebrate animals.
 позвоно́чник, хребе́т
  • (figuratively) Courage, fortitude, or strength.
 сте́ржень

backboned adjective

  • Having a spine.
 позвоно́чное
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