noun Download 🔗Share A vertical covering on a wall rising above a countertop or other work surface to protect the wall from spills and to decorate the wall. Examples : "The new kitchen has a beautiful tile backsplash behind the stove to protect the wall from cooking splatters. " architecture building Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share The small splash of water that occurs when an oar enters the water to begin a stroke just before the rower reaches the catch. Examples : "The rower dipped their oar, creating a small backsplash before pulling strongly. " sport nautical sailing Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading