Etymology:
Meaning:
1. A hidden or clandestine entry or exit: * A secret passage or means of access, often used for illicit or unauthorized purposes. * "They used the back door to avoid detection."
2. A secret or underhanded method or approach: * An indirect or evasive way of achieving something, often involving questionable or improper tactics. * "He used a back door to get the job promotion."
3. A non-standard or unauthorized method of operation: * A way of accomplishing something that is not sanctioned or approved by official channels. * "The software company implemented a back door to access user data."
Origin:
The term "back door" originated from the concept of a hidden or unobserved entrance to a building. This type of access allowed people to enter or exit without being seen or detected. Over time, the phrase came to be used more figuratively, to refer to any clandestine or underhanded method of achieving something.
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