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Behind-the-Scenes

/bɪˈhaɪnd ðə sɪnz/
adjectivenounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
As adjective
  1. 1

    Relating to or occurring in a place where the public cannot see, especially in the context of production or performance.

    "The behind-the-scenes efforts of the crew were crucial to the success of the event."
As noun
  1. 1

    The activities or processes that take place out of public view, often in the context of film, theater, or other productions.

    "The documentary provided a fascinating look at the behind-the-scenes of the movie industry."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The phrase 'behind-the-scenes' originated in the early 20th century, primarily in theatrical contexts, referring to activities that occur out of public view. It combines the preposition 'behind' with the noun 'scenes', which has roots in the Latin 'scena', meaning 'scene' or 'stage'. Over time, it has evolved to encompass various contexts beyond theater, including film production and business operations.

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