backsplash

noun

back·​splash ˈbak-ˌsplash 

: a vertical surface (as of tiles) designed to protect the wall behind a stove or countertop

Examples of backsplash in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Moss green cabinets and a marble backsplash anchor the kitchen, illuminated by a window at the end of the corridor. — Sophia Herring, Architectural Digest, 9 Sep. 2026

Highlights include a spacious kitchen with a checkerboard backsplash and a guest bedroom wrapped in gold wallpaper. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 9 Sep. 2026

The kitchen features a Viking stove, a stainless steel refrigerator and dishwasher, granite countertops, custom cabinetry and a designer backsplash. — Kim Quillen, Chicago Tribune, 8 Sep. 2026

The backsplash is made from Handmade Bejmat tiles from Mosaic House. — Wendy Goodman, Curbed, 5 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1920, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for backsplash

• backlash
• chumash
• eyelash
• moustache
• mustache
• noncash
• potash
• rehash
• whiplash
• ash
• bash
• brash