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backcloth

/bækklɒf/ noun · British & US
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What does backcloth mean?

noun

A background or setting for a scene or event, typically in a theater or film. A cloth or fabric used as a background for a scene or event.

Example

"The director chose a simple backcloth to focus attention on the actors."

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