backwash in Italian

backwash in Italian is riflusso, risacca, scia — backwash means water that flows back after being pushed forward, for example by oars or breaking waves.

backwash in Italian

riflusso

noun

(nautical) A backward flow of water, as from oars, a propeller, breaking waves, etc.

risacca

noun

(nautical) A backward flow of water, as from oars, a propeller, breaking waves, etc.

scia

noun

(nautical) A backward flow of water, as from oars, a propeller, breaking waves, etc.

salivazione

noun

The saliva, spit or food particles that have flowed back into a drink after someone has drunk from it.

sbavatura

noun

The saliva, spit or food particles that have flowed back into a drink after someone has drunk from it.

What does "backwash" mean?

noun Water that flows back after being pushed forward, for example by oars or breaking waves.
"They pitched the dragon over the cliff-top, let tide's flow and backwash take the treasure-minder."
noun The stream of air pushed backwards by an aircraft's engine.
noun The lasting effects that follow on from something that has happened.
noun Saliva, spit, or bits of food that flow back into a drink once someone has taken a sip from it.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

backwash in a sentence

They pitched the dragon over the cliff-top, let tide's flow and backwash take the treasure-minder.
I looked back to a ferry passing the Statue of Liberty now, its backwash a curving line upon the bay.

Similar words in Italian

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Common Italian translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "backwash" in Italian?

"backwash" in Italian is riflusso, risacca, scia. backwash means: Water that flows back after being pushed forward, for example by oars or breaking waves.

Are there other ways to say "backwash" in Italian?

Yes — Italian has 5 translations listed for "backwash": riflusso, risacca, scia, salivazione, sbavatura.

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