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backwash Definition

back·wash (-wôs̸h′)

noun

  1. water moved backward, as by a ship, an oar, etc.
  2. a backward current or flow, as of air from an airplane propeller
  3. a reaction or commotion caused by some event

backwash Synonyms

backwash

n.

wake, aftermath, repercussion; see result.

backwash Usage Examples

Object

  • filter: Backwash the filter very well to clean it out.

Converse of object

  • have: If it has a strong backwash it will drag large amounts of material down the beach.

Adjective modifier

  • strong: If it has a strong backwash it will drag large amounts of material down the beach.
  • heavy: This method of passing the line lessens the danger of the heavy backwash carrying the towline into the screws of either or both boats.

Modifies a noun

  • effect: The answer to the old question - can the ' trickle down ' effect overcome the ' backwash effect ' ?
  • valve: Our iron and manganese units include ABS lined cylinder, 3 cycle backwash valve and 1.5m drain hose.

Modifying Another Word

  • enough: ANSWER: It sounds as tho one or more of the following applies ( a ) You don't backwash frequently enough.