Crossword clues for the word: BACKWATER The word BACKWATER has appeared as an answer to at least 6 crossword clues on different crossword puzzles. Crossword clues for BACKWATER Showing 1 to 6 of 6 results Clue(s) A place that hasn't come to the fore as a seaside resort? Retreat from a stand taken Row in reverse Second note stops war in isolated place Underdeveloped region What Canute said to the ocean in some remote spot?