backwaters (0 synonym found)

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Definition of backwaters:

(n) : (idiomatic, usually figurative) A remote place: somewhere that remains unaffected by new events, progresses, ideas, etc; any field of endeavor that figuratively resembles such a place.
(n) : The water held back by a dam or other obstruction.
(n) : A rowing stroke in which the oar is pushed forward to stop the boat; see back water
(v) : To row or paddle a backwater stroke.
(n) : (paper industry) Water used in the papermaking process. Recycled to reduce usage of fresh water, and usually containing residual amounts of chemicals and fibres.
(v) : (idiomatic) To vacillate on a long-held position.

Definition of backwaters:

(n) : (idiomatic, usually figurative) A remote place: somewhere that remains unaffected by new events, progresses, ideas, etc; any field of endeavor that figuratively resembles such a place.
(n) : The water held back by a dam or other obstruction.
(n) : A rowing stroke in which the oar is pushed forward to stop the boat; see back water
(v) : To row or paddle a backwater stroke.
(n) : (paper industry) Water used in the papermaking process. Recycled to reduce usage of fresh water, and usually containing residual amounts of chemicals and fibres.
(v) : (idiomatic) To vacillate on a long-held position.

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