1. People who work behind the scenes or in positions of influence without public visibility, especially in politics or business.
Usage: informal; usually plural; often used in political contexts

Examples

• The backroomers in the party made the key decisions before the public announcement.
• Political backroomers often have more influence than elected officials.
• She preferred working as one of the backroomers rather than seeking the spotlight.
• The backroomers negotiated the deal in private before it went to the board.
• Many backroomers in the industry shape policy without ever appearing in the media.