backstairs
IPA: bˈækstɛrz
noun
- A staircase at the rear of a building or one normally only used by servants and tradesmen.
- An indirect or furtive means of access or intercourse.
adjective
- Secret or furtive.
- Scandalous.
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Examples of "backstairs" in Sentences
- The backstairs lead down to the first floor.
- I'd say this backstairs interference by Goodwin is unacceptable.
- In practice backstairs intrigue was often brought to bear on the appointments.