back forty vs backwater

back forty

noun
  • The most remote or inaccessible part of any place. 

  • The remote part of a farm. 

backwater

noun
  • A remote place; somewhere that remains unaffected by new events, progresses, ideas, etc. 

  • A rowing stroke in which the oar is pushed forward to stop the boat; see back water 

  • Water used in the papermaking process. Recycled to reduce usage of fresh water, and usually containing residual amounts of chemicals and fibres. 

  • The water held back by a dam or other obstruction 

verb
  • To vacillate on a long-held position. 

  • To row or paddle a backwater stroke. 

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