Backflow

Pronunciation: /ˈbækˌfloʊ/

Definitions of backflow

noun the unwanted flow of water in the opposite direction, typically caused by a reversal in pressure

Example Sentences

A1 The plumber fixed the backflow issue in the kitchen sink.

A2 Backflow prevention devices are important for maintaining water quality.

B1 The backflow of sewage into the drinking water supply caused a health hazard.

B2 The backflow from the irrigation system contaminated the swimming pool.

C1 The backflow of information between departments led to confusion and inefficiency.

C2 The backflow of funds from offshore accounts raised suspicions of money laundering.

Examples of backflow in a Sentence

formal The plumber installed a backflow prevention device to prevent contamination of the water supply.

informal Make sure to check for any backflow in the pipes before turning on the water.

slang I had to deal with some serious backflow issues in the bathroom yesterday.

figurative The sudden influx of negative comments caused a backflow of emotions within her.

Grammatical Forms of backflow

• past tense: backflowed
• plural: backflows
• comparative: more backflow
• superlative: most backflow
• present tense: backflow
• future tense: will backflow
• perfect tense: has backflowed
• continuous tense: is backflowing
• singular: backflow
• positive degree: backflow
• infinitive: to backflow
• gerund: backflowing
• participle: backflowed

Origin and Evolution of backflow

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'backflow' originated from the combination of 'back' and 'flow' to describe the reverse flow of a liquid or gas.

Evolution of the word: Initially used to describe the reverse flow of a liquid or gas, the term 'backflow' has evolved to also refer to the unwanted reversal of water in a plumbing system, leading to potential contamination.