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| blow·back [ blṓ bàk ] |
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1. mechanical engineering rearward flow of gases: the reverse flow of gases in a system, e.g. through the carburetor of an internal-combustion engine during the compression cycle
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2. arms firearm powder residue: the powdery residue that is released or ejected upon firing bullets or shells from a weapon
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3. reaction: a reaction or effect resulting from an action or cause, usually a negative reaction
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 the blowback from the press revelations
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