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Definition of backlashes:

(n) : (figurative) A negative reaction, objection or outcry, especially of a violent or abrupt nature.
(n) : (literal) A suddenly reversed or backward motion, such as of a rope or elastic band when it snaps under tension.
(n) : (mechanics) The looseness through which one part of connected machinery, such as a wheel, gear, piston, or screw, can be moved without moving the connected parts, or a measurement of the distance moved thereby; either intentional (as allowance) or unintentional (from error or wear).
(n) : (mechanics) The jarring or reflex motion caused in badly fitting machinery by irregularities in velocity or a reverse of motion.
(v) : To perform a backlash, to lash back in reaction to some cause.

Definition of backlashes:

(n) : (figurative) A negative reaction, objection or outcry, especially of a violent or abrupt nature.
(n) : (literal) A suddenly reversed or backward motion, such as of a rope or elastic band when it snaps under tension.
(n) : (mechanics) The looseness through which one part of connected machinery, such as a wheel, gear, piston, or screw, can be moved without moving the connected parts, or a measurement of the distance moved thereby; either intentional (as allowance) or unintentional (from error or wear).
(n) : (mechanics) The jarring or reflex motion caused in badly fitting machinery by irregularities in velocity or a reverse of motion.
(v) : To perform a backlash, to lash back in reaction to some cause.

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