Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

water-back

noun

/ˈwɔːtər bæk/

Definition

A water-back is a type of heating apparatus that uses water as a medium for transferring heat, typically found in a stove or fireplace.

Examples

The old fireplace had a water-back that heated the living room and supplied the bathroom with hot water.
After installing a new boiler, we replaced the water-back for better efficiency.

Meaning

In essence, a water-back is designed to heat water which can then be used for various purposes, such as heating a home or providing hot water for domestic use.