BACKWASH
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Backwash.
Backwash - as a noun
The flow of air that is driven backwards by an aircraft propeller
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
airstream11race6slipstream14wash10The consequences of an event (especially a catastrophic event)
Example: "The aftermath of war"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
aftermath17wake11The wave that spreads behind a boat as it moves forward
Example: "The motorboat's wake capsized the canoe"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
wake11Backwash - as a verb
To operate a water filter in the reverse direction in order to clean it.
To affect with backwash.
To clean the oil from wool after combing.
Example Sentences
"The backwash from the waves washed up debris onto the shore."
"I accidentally drank some backwash from my friend's drink."
"The backwash in the sink smelled foul after washing out the soup pot."
"The water fountain had backwash due to improper use."
"The backwash of the boat's engine caused the water to bubble up."
Word Game Points
Is BACKWASH a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, backwash is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
BACKWASH has a SCRABBLE points total of 22.
Is BACKWASH a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, backwash is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordBACKWASH has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.
Is BACKWASH a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, backwash is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordBACKWASH has a WORDFEUD points total of 24.
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