Backwash

Definitions

1. A backward flow of water, as from oars, a propeller, breaking waves, etc.
   countable, uncountable
2. The similar flow of air from an aircraft engine.
   countable, uncountable
3. The result or consequence of an event; an aftermath.
   countable, uncountable
4. The saliva, spit or food particles that have flowed back into a drink after someone has drunk from it.
   countable, uncountable
5. The situation where economic growth in one area harms other areas by attracting people and business away from those areas.
   countable, uncountable
6. washback
   countable, uncountable

Equivalents

Examples

“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.”

CEFR level