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backfilling

The correct spelling is backfilling.

How to pronounce backfilling

verb

Say it like: Bak-fil-lin-g

The correct spelling is backfilling. To refill a hole with the material dug out of it. For example: "The company backfilled Joe's position after he was terminated."

Usage Examples

The company backfilled Joe's position after he was terminated.

the backfilling of trenches

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To refill a hole with the material dug out of it.
  2. 2.To refill an excavation unit to restore the former ground surface and/or to preserve the unit and make it recognizable as having been excavated.
  3. 3.To provide reserve support.
  4. 4.To replenish or restock due to attrition or loss.

noun

  1. 1.The process by which something is backfilled.

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