reflux

• Nom désignant un retour anormal de liquides ou de contenus organiques en arrière de leur trajet normal, notamment dans le tube digestif ou les voies urinaires. Désigne aussi le mouvement de retrait de la mer.

A noun describing an abnormal backward flow of body fluids, or the outward flow of the tide.

1. Abnormal backward flow of body fluidsB2formalmedical

   The backward or return flow of a bodily fluid, especially stomach acid into the esophagus.

   Reflux gastro-œsophagien

   • Acid reflux can cause a burning sensation in the chest.
   • The doctor diagnosed her with gastroesophageal reflux disease.
   • He experiences reflux after eating spicy foods.

   Synonymesbackflowregurgitation

2. Outward flow of the tideC1formal

   The movement of the tide as it recedes from the shore.

   reflux (marée descendante)

   • The reflux of the tide left the beach covered in seaweed.
   • Sailors must be aware of the reflux to avoid grounding their boats.
   • The harbor empties during the reflux of the sea.

   Synonymesebb

   Antonymesfloodflowinflux