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Dime Back: The second extra, or sixth total, defensive back. Named because a dime has the same value as two nickels.

Loopback: A diagnostic test that returns the transmitted signal back to the sending device after it has passed through a network or across a particular link. The returned signal can then be compared t . . . View Full Definition

Lookback Option: An option that allows the buyer to choose as the option strike price any price of the underlying asset that has occurred during the life of the option. For a call option, the buyer will choo . . . View Full Definition

Loose Impediment: Any natural object that is not fixed or growing (e.g., rocks, twigs, leaves, etc.)

Low Back Pain: Pain in the lower back area that can relate to problems with the lumbar spine, the discs between the vertebrae, the ligaments around the spine and discs, the spinal cord and nerves, muscles . . . View Full Definition

Mortgage-Backed Securities Clearing Corporation (MBSCC): A wholly owned subsidiary of the Midwest Stock Exchange that operates a clearing service for the comparison, netting, and margining of agency-guaranteed MBS transacted for forward delivery.

Mortgage-Backed Securities (MBS): Investment instruments backed by a pool of mortgage loans.

Linebacker (LB): A player position on defense. The linebackers typically play 1 to 6 yards behind the defensive linemen and are the most versatile players on the field because they can defend both run and pa . . . View Full Definition

Holding Back: 1. Shortening the development time given to film to help reduce image contrast. 2. Method of decreasing exposure given to selective areas of the print. Also referred to as dodging.

Holdback: Funds not released under a construction loan agreement due to a failure to lease to the required minimum.