backflow

noun

back·​flow ˈbak-ˌflō How to pronounce backflow (audio)
: a flowing back or returning especially toward a source

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However, a murmur can also be caused by an issue within the heart, like a regurgitation (backflow) of blood or an obstruction.4 Ways to Listen A stethoscope is used to listen to heart sounds. Patty Weasler, Rn, Bsn, Verywell Health, 13 Feb. 2025 Alcohol also stimulates the production of stomach acid, increasing the risk of backflow and stomach irritation.4 Different types of alcohol may have varying effects, and moderation is key. Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Ld, Health, 2 Feb. 2025 The resulting backflow of urine can place extreme stress on a kidney, leading to a condition called hydronephrosis.29 Although many cases of hydronephrosis are mild and resolve on their own, severe cases can lead to kidney damage if left untreated. Kashif J. Piracha, Verywell Health, 1 Jan. 2025 In what's sometimes termed diffuse or distal esophageal spasm, there may also be a backflow of stomach acids or undigested foods. Mark Gurarie, Health, 20 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for backflow

Word History

First Known Use

1878, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of backflow was in 1878

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“Backflow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/backflow. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.

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