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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

retarders

/ˈrɛtɑːrdərz/ noun · British & US
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What does retarders mean?

noun

Devices or systems that slow down or control the speed of something, such as a vehicle or a chemical reaction.

Example

"The retarders on the brakes helped to slow the car down safely on the steep hill."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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