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reflux

nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/ʁɨˈfluʃu/re·flu·xo

Definition

Backward flow of a liquid or content in the opposite direction to the normal flow.

“The reflux of the sea left shells on the sand.”

“She has gastroesophageal reflux and needs medication.”

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