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backflow

/ˈbæk.fləʊ/

/ˈbæk.floʊ/

Translations

backflownoun

backflows

обратный поток

The engineer designed a system to prevent backflow in the pipes.

Инженер разработал систему для предотвращения обратного потока в трубах.

Additional translations

обратное течение

ретрофлюкс

Synonyms

reflux

return flow

backward flow

reverse flow

backflowverb

backflowed

Past Simple

backflowed

Past Participle

backflowing

Gerund

Synonyms

retroflow

backwash

run back

reverse flow

reflux

back up

flow back

backflowadjective

/ˈbæk.fləʊ/

/ˈbæk.floʊ/

Used attributively, e.g., "backflow valve"

Synonyms

Definitions

backflownoun

The reverse flow of a liquid, gas, or other substance back into a system, often due to pressure changes.

The plumber installed a valve to prevent backflow into the water supply.

An instance or occurrence of liquid or gas flowing in the reverse direction.

Several backflows were detected during the system test.

backflowverb

To flow in the reverse direction, especially back into a system from which it was previously discharged.

During heavy rain, sewage can backflow into basements.

backflowadjective

Designed to prevent or related to the reverse flow of a substance.

Local codes require a backflow prevention device.