back out vs crawfish

back out

verb
  • To withdraw from something one has agreed to do. 

  • To exit a mode or function. 

  • To draw from behind the back [+accusative = a knife etc.] (as also bare back). 

  • To undo (a change). 

  • Coordinate terms: cancel, call off, get cold feet 

  • To reverse (a vehicle) from a confined space. 

  • See also: sell short 

  • To dare (someone) to not withdraw from a challenge. 

  • To bet on someone losing. 

  • Coordinate term: scare off 

crawfish

verb
  • To backpedal, desert or withdraw (also used with out). 

noun
  • Various marine crustaceans, rock lobster; especially Jasus lalandii, the Cape crawfish. 

  • Various freshwater crustaceans, crayfish. 

  • A slur against Anglo-Canadians used in some corners of Quebec (including the Gaspé). 

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