washback

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It's a recognised English word, but it isn't in the official NASPA Scrabble word list.

Scrabble points
22
Words With Friends
23
Letters
8

Definition of washback

2 senses · 1 part of speech · etymology included

noun

  1. (uncountable)The way that tests affect how learners acquire and use a language.
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noun

  1. (uncountable)The way that tests affect how learners acquire and use a language.
  2. A large vessel used for fermentation in a distillery.

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Etymology

From wash + back.

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