backwash

noun

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Pronunciation: /ˈbæk.wɒʃ/ / /ˈbæk.wɑʃ/

Etymology: From back + wash.

A backward flow of water, as from oars, a propeller, breaking waves, etc.
“I looked back to a ferry passing the Statue of Liberty now, its backwash a curving line upon the bay.”
“They pitched the dragon over the cliff-top, let tide's flow and backwash take the treasure-minder.”
The similar flow of air from an aircraft engine.
The result or consequence of an event; an aftermath.
The saliva, spit or food particles that have flowed back into a drink after someone has drunk from it.
The situation where economic growth in one area harms other areas by attracting people and business away from those areas.
An obscure place; a backwater.
“"Reasonable expenses, Nickle. You can't spend much in a backwash like this Tapsfield."”
Synonym of washback.

Etymology: From back + wash.