backflow
IPA: bˈækfɫoʊ
noun
- The flow of a fluid (through a pipe etc.) in a direction opposite to that which is normal or intended.
verb
- To flow in the wrong or backward direction.
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Examples of "backflow" in Sentences
- The valves prevent backflow of blood.
- Backflow is prevented by the one way valve.
- Valves on the afferent side prevent backflow.
- Back siphonage is not to be confused with backflow.
- And new paper suggest backflow from iberia to Africa.
- A check valve is a common form of backflow prevention.
- Backflow cannot occur through an intermediate high point.
- It is the backflow that actually compresses the incoming gas.
- Backflow is driven entirely by pressure in the reservoir itself.
- The rest of the rebuttals are not backflowed for the same reason.