backsplash
/ˈbækˌsplæʃ/
noun
- A protective surface on a wall behind a sink or stove, often made of tile, glass, or metal, that prevents water or food splatters from damaging the wall.
- The backsplash behind the stove was covered in grease stains.
- We installed a new tile backsplash in the kitchen to make it easier to clean.
- She chose a colorful glass backsplash to brighten up the bathroom.