Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
retarder
Noun
/rɪˈtɑːrdər/
Definition
A retarder is a device or substance that slows or delays a process or activity.
Examples
- The engineer installed a retarder in the braking system to enhance safety.
- In cooking, a retarder is used to slow down fermentation in dough.
- A retarder can also refer to a person who delays progress in a project.
Meaning
In different contexts, a retarder can refer to a component that controls speed or prevents acceleration, often used in machinery, chemistry, or psychology.
Synonyms
- delayer
- brake
- slower
- impediment
