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retardant

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(ri tärd′'nt)

noun

something that retards; esp., a substance that delays a chemical reaction

adjective

that retards or tends to retard

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adjective

Acting or tending to retard. Often used in combination: flame-retardant pajamas for children; a fire-retardant security chest.

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re·tarˈdant noun

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