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BACKFILLS

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 8 meanings of the word Backfills.

Backfills - as a noun

The material that has been used to refill an excavation.

Reserve support personnel.

That which backfills; a replacement.

Material in a story set earlier in the past, providing history or context for the current action.

Backfills - as a verb

To refill a hole with the material dug out of it.

To refill an excavation unit to restore the former ground surface and/or to preserve the unit and make it recognizable as having been excavated.

To provide reserve support.

To replenish or restock due to attrition or loss.

Example: "The company backfilled joe's position after he was terminated."

Example Sentences

"The construction crew backfills the trench after laying the pipes."
"The backfills were carefully tested for compatibility with the surrounding soil."
"The backfills were carefully inspected for any signs of instability."
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Word Game Points

Is BACKFILLS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, backfills is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BACKFILLS has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.

Is BACKFILLS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, backfills is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BACKFILLS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.

Is BACKFILLS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, backfills is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BACKFILLS has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.

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