Pronunciation: /bæk ˈtʃænəl/
noun a secondary or covert communication channel used in diplomacy or negotiation
A1 I heard some whispers in the back channel of the classroom.
A2 During the meeting, they used a back channel to discuss ideas privately.
B1 The diplomats communicated through a back channel to negotiate a peace agreement.
B2 The back channel discussions between the two countries helped to ease tensions.
C1 The back channel communication proved to be crucial in reaching a compromise.
C2 The back channel negotiations were instrumental in securing a historic peace treaty.
adjective relating to or characteristic of indirect communication or negotiation
A1 I use a back channel route to avoid traffic on my way to work.
A2 The back channel communication between the two countries helped ease tensions.
B1 The team set up a back channel system for confidential discussions.
B2 The back channel negotiations led to a breakthrough in the peace talks.
C1 The diplomat used a back channel method to establish a secret agreement.
C2 The back channel diplomacy played a crucial role in resolving the conflict.
formal The diplomats used a back channel to communicate confidential information.
informal Let's use the back channel to discuss this without others knowing.
slang I'll hit you up on the back channel to talk about it.
figurative The back channel of communication between the two rival gangs helped prevent a violent confrontation.
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