take from behind
The phrase "take from behind" can have both a literal and a slang meaning, depending on the context in which it is used.
Definition
B2General
(neutral)To approach or seize someone or something from the rear.
Example
- The thief decided to take the victim from behind to avoid being seen.
C1Sexual
(slang, explicit)To engage in a sexual act where one partner is positioned behind the other.
Example
- The couple decided to take things up a notch by experimenting with taking from behind.
Similar
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