undertow

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun an inclination contrary to the strongest or prevailing feeling
  2. noun the seaward undercurrent created after waves have broken on the shore

Etymology

From under- + tow.

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