NYT Dictionary

BARBACK

NounVerbBAR-backbar-back · 2 syllablesAdvanced/Professional

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026

Meaning

An assistant to a bartender.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

From bar + back, due to working in the back area of the bar and not interacting with the patrons. Compare back of house and back office.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

runner

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 8 recorded puzzles:

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