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Word entry · 8 letters

backfill

Best crossword clue

"Refill a dug-out space"

8 letters · collected on this word page

8 lettersPronunciation /ˈbækfɪl/Sorted abcfikllStarts with BEnds with L1 cluesCommon crossword word
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Definitions

  1. If you backfill a hole, you refill it with the material dug out of it.

Word origin

From back + fill.

Used in a sentence

  • We backfilled the cistern with pea gravel to discourage its use as a refuse container.
  • The company backfilled Joe's position after he was terminated.

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Used as a crossword answer1 curated clues

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