backwater
- Noun. The water held back by a dam or other obstruction.
- Noun. (idiomatic) A remote place; somewhere that remains unaffected by new events, progresses, ideas, etc.
- Noun. A rowing stroke in which the oar is pushed forward to stop the boat; see back water.
- Verb. To row or paddle a backwater stroke.
- Verb. (idiomatic) To vacillate on a long-held position.
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