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splashback

British  
/ ˈsplæʃˌbæk /

noun

  1. a sheet of glass, plastic, etc, attached to a wall above a basin to protect the wall against splashing

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California’s decision to extend drought restrictions despite historic rain and snow has met with splashback from some waterlogged residents.

From Washington Times • Feb. 19, 2017

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