Definition of backfill Backfill

back•fill

We found 7 definitions of backfill from 1 different sources.

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What does backfill mean?

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  • backfill (Noun)
    The material that has been used to refill an excavation.
  • backfill (Noun)
    Reserve support personnel.
  • backfill (Noun)
    That which backfills; a replacement.
  • backfill (Verb)
    To refill a hole with the material dug out of it.
  • backfill (Verb)
    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.
  • backfill (Verb)
    To provide reserve support.
  • backfill (Verb)
    To replenish or restock due to attrition or loss.

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