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washback.

The way that tests affect how learners acquire and use a language.

8 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun
  1. The way that tests affect how learners acquire and use a language.

    uncountable
Where this word comes from

From wash + back.

noun
  1. A large vessel used for fermentation in a distillery.

Where this word comes from

From wash + back. See back (“a large shallow vat”).

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