Definition: A person who takes care of children when their parents are not around.

Example: We hired a babysitter to look after the kids while we went out for dinner.

Definition: A person who takes part in a strong negative reaction or criticism against something, often in response to a change or trend.

Example: The backlasher voiced their concerns during the meeting about the new policy changes.

Definition: A situation where someone decides not to do something they had planned or agreed to, often causing a change in plans.

Example: The last-minute backout of the sponsor left the event organizers scrambling for alternatives.

Definition: To withdraw from a commitment or agreement, often unexpectedly or after initially agreeing to it.

Example: He decided to back out of the deal at the last minute.

Definition: A man who is known for being violent or having a criminal background, often associated with the lawlessness of the Old West in the United States.

Example: The badman rode into town, causing fear among the residents.

Definition: A child, especially in Scottish English.

Example: The bairn was playing in the garden.

Definition: Having no hair on the scalp or having very little hair.

Example: He decided to embrace his baldness and shave his head completely.

Definition: To lose hair on the scalp, resulting in a lack of hair.

Example: He started to bald in his thirties, which made him look older.

Definition: Having less hair on the head than usual; this term is used to describe someone who has a very short amount of hair or no hair at all.

Example: He started to look balder as he got older.

Definition: A character from Norse mythology, known as the son of Odin and Frigga, who represents light and peace and was killed by Loki's trickery.

Example: In Norse mythology, Balder is often associated with beauty and fairness.

Definition: Having no hair on the scalp; the most hairless.

Example: He is the baldest person in the room.

Definition: A wide belt that is worn over one shoulder and across the chest, often used to hold weapons or other items.

Example: The soldier adjusted his baldrick before heading into battle.

Definition: Not willing to move or work as expected; often used to describe something that is difficult to control or operate.

Example: The balky engine wouldn't start no matter how many times I tried.