What is the definition of
aback
1.
[ adverb ]
(nautical) having the wind against the forward side of the sails
Examples:
"the ship came up into the wind with all yards aback"
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2.
[ adverb ]
by surprise
Examples:
"taken aback by the caustic remarks"
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