backup

nouncandidate·updated May 12, 2026

A copy of files and programs made to facilitate recovery, if necessary.

Framework senses

NIST Cybersecurity Framework1 senseview framework →
§1
A copy of files, data, or programs that is generally used for restoration in the event of damage or loss to the original files, data, or programs.
NISTIR 7298: Glossary of Key Information Security Terms, Revision 21 senseview framework →
§1
A copy of files and programs made to facilitate recovery, if necessary.
CNSSI-4009 (Glossary of Information Assurance Terms)1 senseview framework →
§1
A copy of files and programs made to facilitate recovery, if necessary.
NIST SP 800-341 senseview framework →
§1
A copy of files and programs made to facilitate recovery, if necessary.
Wordset Dictionary5 sensesview framework →
§1
the act of providing approval and support
§2
a copy of a file or directory on a separate storage device
§3
a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts
§4
someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult)
§5
an accumulation caused by clogging or a stoppage