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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

retardant

/ˈrɛtərdənt/ adjective · British & US
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What does retardant mean?

adjective

Able to prevent or slow down the spread of fire; designed to prevent or slow down the spread of fire.

Example

"The retardant used in firefighting is highly effective in preventing the spread of flames."

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