backflow

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back·flow (b

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A flow of fluid in the opposite direction of its regular flow.

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backflow - a flow that returns toward its source

backflowing

flow, flowing - the motion characteristic of fluids (liquids or gases)

regurgitation - backflow of blood through a defective heart valve

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