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Undertow Definition & Meaning

undertow
noun
  1. an inclination contrary to the strongest or prevailing feeling; "his account had a poignant undertow of regret"
  2. the seaward undercurrent created after waves have broken on the shore

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Frequently asked questions

What does undertow mean?
an inclination contrary to the strongest or prevailing feeling; "his account had a poignant undertow of regret" the seaward undercurrent created after waves have broken on the shore
What part of speech is undertow?
Undertow is a noun.
How many definitions does undertow have?
Undertow has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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