BEHIND ONE'S BACK


Meaning of BEHIND ONE'S BACK in English

adv. phr. When one is absent; without one's knowledge or consent; in a dishonest way; secretly; sneakily. Say it to his face, not behind his back. It is not right to criticize a person behind his back.

Antonym: TO ONE'S FACE.

American idioms English vocabulary.      Английский словарь американских идиом.