Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
backfill
verb
ˈbækˌfɪl
Definition
To fill in a dug-out area, especially a trench, with material that has been removed.
Examples
- After the pipe was installed, the crew began to backfill the trench.
- The developers used sand to backfill the foundation of the building.
- Proper backfilling prevents future settling of the ground.
Meaning
Backfill often refers to replacing the soil or material that was excavated from a site, typically in construction or mining contexts.
Synonyms
- refill
- replenish
- restore
