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(re-tard-ant) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. Chemistry. 1 any substance capable of reducing the speed of a given reaction; 2 something that retards;

Example Sentence

Mom only buys fire retardant blankets.

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retardant
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Rhymes

  • ardent

  • retardant
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