backdrop

• Nom désignant un décor peint ou un fond placé à l'arrière d'une scène de théâtre, ou plus généralement l'arrière-plan ou le contexte d'une situation.

A noun referring to a painted cloth or scenery hung at the back of a stage, used as part of a theatrical set.

1. Stage sceneryB2formalart

   A painted cloth or other surface hung at the back of a stage, used as part of the scenery for a theatrical performance.

   Toile de fond

   • The backdrop for the play depicted a beautiful forest scene.
   • They painted a new backdrop for the school musical.
   • The backdrop was lowered into place before the first act.

   Synonymesbackclothdrop

2. Background contextB2formal

   The general situation or setting in which an event takes place.

   toile de fond

   • The political unrest served as a backdrop for the novel.
   • The economic crisis formed the backdrop of their decision.
   • The beautiful mountains provided a stunning backdrop for the wedding.

   Synonymesbackgroundcontextenvironmentframeworkmilieuscenesetting