backwasher

/ˈbækˌwɛʃər/

Definitions

1. noun

A device used to remove sediment or debris from water or other liquids, especially in a swimming pool or water treatment system.

“The pool’s backwasher was clogged, so we had to clean it before the next use.”

Synonyms

  • backflusher
  • water filter

Antonyms

  • contaminator
  • polluter