backdraft

[ bak-draft, -drahft ]

/ ˈbækˌdræft, -ˌdrɑft /

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noun

an explosive surge in a fire produced by the sudden mixing of air with other combustible gases.

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Origin of backdraft

First recorded in 1815–25; back² + draft

Words nearby backdraft

backdate, back dive, backdoor, backdoor play, backdown, backdraft, backdraught, backdrop, backed, back emf, back emission