Word: backflush
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: back
flush
Definition: A temporary reversal of the flow of fluid, especially of liquid through a membrane.
Morphemes:
Affix: back
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A large shallow vat; a cistern, tub, or trough, used by brewers, distillers, dyers, picklers, gluemakers, and others, for mixing or cooling wort, holding water, hot glue, etc.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: bac
Language: fr
Decoded: bac
PoS: Noun
Meaning: vat
Affix: flush
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A sudden flowing; a rush which fills or overflows, as of water for cleansing purposes.