fallback

/ˈfɔlˌbæk/
/ˈfɔlbæk/
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Other forms: fallbacks

Definitions of fallback
  1. noun
    a break from military action with an enemy
    synonyms: disengagement, pullout
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    type of:
    retreat
    (military) withdrawal of troops to a more favorable position to escape the enemy's superior forces or after a defeat
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