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undertow (n.)

1798, from under + tow (n.).

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Definitions of undertow from WordNet

undertow (n.)
an inclination contrary to the strongest or prevailing feeling;
his account had a poignant undertow of regret
undertow (n.)
the seaward undercurrent created after waves have broken on the shore;
Synonyms: sea puss / sea-puss / sea purse / sea-purse / sea-poose
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