sit back meaning

UK /sɪt bæk/ US /sɪt bæk/ 2 syllables

sit back (verb): settle into a comfortable sitting position.

sit back has 2 meanings in this dictionary.

sit back as a verb

  1. settle into a comfortable sitting position

    Synonyms: take it easy

    Type of: relax

  2. be inactive or indifferent while something is happening
    • Don't just sit by while your rights are violated!

    Synonyms: sit by

    Type of: watch

How to pronounce sit back

sit back is pronounced /sɪt bæk/ in British English and /sɪt bæk/ in American English. It has 2 syllables.

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