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What does backwater mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word backwater? Here's what it means.

Noun
  1. The water held back by a dam or other obstruction
  2. (idiomatic) A remote place; somewhere that remains unaffected by new events, progresses, ideas, etc.
  3. A rowing stroke in which the oar is pushed forward to stop the boat; see back water
Verb
  1. To row or paddle a backwater stroke.
  2. (idiomatic) To vacillate on a long-held position.
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