backwash (English, noun)
expansion: backwash (countable and uncountable, plural backwashes)
Senses:
topics: nautical
transport
glosses: A backward flow of water, as from oars, a propeller, breaking waves, etc.
tags: countable
uncountable
glosses: The similar flow of air from an aircraft engine.
tags: countable
uncountable
glosses: The result or consequence of an event; an aftermath.
tags: countable
uncountable
glosses: The saliva, spit or food particles that have flowed back into a drink after someone has drunk from it.
tags: countable
uncountable
topics: economics
sciences
glosses: The situation where economic growth in one area harms other areas by attracting people and business away from those areas.
tags: countable
uncountable
topics: education
glosses: washback
tags: countable
uncountable
Forms:
form: backwashes
tags: plural