backflow in the Oxford Spanish Dictionary

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An example of where backflow would harm the water supply is the use of well washing devices inside underground sewerage pumping stations.
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Upward flow of blood in the veins is ensured by small one-way valves that prevent backflow.
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This drift tube prevents backflow of electromagnetic radiation.
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So by the action of papillary muscles on the atrioventricular valves, backflow of the blood from the ventricles into the atria is prevented.
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The backflow of urine is prevented by valves known as ureterovesical valves.
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Back siphonage is not to be confused with backflow.
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During the phase of normal pressure, the backflow of venous blood and lymph within the large vessels is facilitated.
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Membrane fouling and particle retention in a feed solution also builds up a concentration gradients and particle backflow (concentration polarization).
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A plumber is someone who installs or repairs piping systems, plumbing fixtures and equipment such as water heaters and backflow preventers.
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The beach and canal frequently suffer from litter pollution and the canal has a distinctive smell resulting from the backflow of seaweed.
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