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Extraneous signals that can be confused with the phenomenon to be observed or measured
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background
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Word definitions for background in dictionaries
The Collaborative International Dictionary
Word definitions in The Collaborative International Dictionary
background \back"ground`\, n. [Back, a. + ground.] Ground in the rear or behind, or in the distance, as opposed to the foreground , or the ground in front. (Paint.) The space which is behind and subordinate to a portrait or group of figures. Note: The distance ...
Douglas Harper's Etymology Dictionary
Word definitions in Douglas Harper's Etymology Dictionary
1670s, from back (adj.) + ground (n.); original sense was theatrical, later applied to painting. Figurative sense is first attested 1854.
Wiktionary
Word definitions in Wiktionary
Less important in a scenery. n. 1 One's social heritage; what one did in the past/previously. 2 A part of the picture that depicts scenery to the rear or behind the main subject; context. v To put in a position that is not prominent
Wikipedia
Word definitions in Wikipedia
Background was the first LP released by Lifetime . It was recorded in 1992 and was originally released on January 1, 1993, as New Age Records #15. The CD version was re-issued on July 1, 1997, with nine live bonus tracks. It is currently out of print although ...
WordNet
Word definitions in WordNet
v. understate the importance or quality of; "he played down his royal ancestry" [syn: play down , downplay ] [ant: foreground , foreground ]
Usage examples of background.
Anne learned a great deal about Jackie and her background, but the stories her biological mother told changed continually.
There was no money in his background, no Adams fortune or elegant Adams homestead like the Boston mansion of John Hancock.
In keeping with his background, Adams was less than dazzled by the Virginia grandees.
He felt, Adams wrote, as though he were receding slowly into the background, yet professed to mind not at all.
The background whine of the LOX and LH2 compressors, which had been barely audible through the plated aerogel hull, ceased, and a few moments later Yoshi announced that the ground crew had cleared the pad.
Trever in on the background as they took an airbus fifty levels clown to the facility.
I do not have a formal academic background in archaeology or anthropology, I daresay that I am quite a recognized expert on the Anasazi and that the two scientists currently working up there depend on me for the answers to certain mysteries.
After asking the question Andi sat a quietly as she could, trying to ease into the background.
The flowing gown she wore, draped around her shoulders and left arm, presented a study in contrast, as the light from various areas around the statue and its pedestal helped illuminate the statue against the dark background.
Obviously Carlton Argus had taken pride in a spectacular background, since there were plants other than orchids which reached nearly to the ceiling.
He knew perfectly well that armies of atheists and anarchists were roaring applause in the background at his Aristotelian victory over all he held most dear.
Against the background of an opened window, Atlee saw an entering figure.
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Mostly of Beaumont, and one with what looked like a burning ship in the background.
The Behavioral Science Investigative Support Unit has found that anyone seeking transfer into this highly special ized program must possess above all other attributes and accomplishments a strong investigative background that includes participating in, supervising, and managing major case assignments.