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Definition of Retardant
1. Noun. Any agent that retards or delays or hinders. "Flame-retardant"
Definition of Retardant
1. Adjective. (often in combination) Serving to retard (slow down) the action of something ¹
2. Noun. (often in combination) Something that serves to retard (slow down) the action of something ¹
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Definition of Retardant
1. [n -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Retardant
Literary usage of Retardant
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Protecting Residences from Wildfires: A Guide for Homeowners, Lawmakers, and by Howard E. Moore (1993)
"Fire-retardant Chemicals The feasibility of applying fire-retardant chemicals for
... Although they retain their fire retardant qualities after drying, ..."