retarder

UK
/rɪˈtɑːdə/
US
/rɪˈtɑrdər/

Übersetzungen

retardersubstantiv
retarders
Pl.
UK
/rɪˈtɑːdə/
US
/rɪˈtɑrdər/
The retarder in the braking system helps to slow down the vehicle.
Замедлитель в тормозной системе помогает замедлить транспортное средство.
The retarder is used in the chemical process to control the reaction speed.
Ингибитор используется в химическом процессе для контроля скорости реакции.
Zusätzliche Übersetzungen
замедлитель схватывания
retarderadjektiv
UK
/rɪˈtɑːdə/
US
/rɪˈtɑrdər/
Used attributively before another noun to denote a device, system, or effect that slows a motion or process.

Definitionen

retardersubstantiv
A substance added to a mixture to slow down a chemical reaction, such as the setting of concrete.
The construction team used a retarder to ensure the concrete remained workable for a longer period.
A device used to slow down or control the speed of a vehicle, especially a heavy vehicle like a truck or bus.
The bus driver engaged the retarder to safely descend the steep hill.
A brake-like device in a rail classification yard that presses against the wheels of rolling freight cars to slow them down.
The yard operator adjusted the retarder to ensure each car entered the correct track at a safe speed.
A refrigerated cabinet used in bakeries to slow the fermentation of dough before baking.
The baguettes were placed in the retarder overnight so they could be baked fresh in the morning.
retarderadjektiv
Attributive: relating to or designed as a device, system, or substance that slows the speed or progress of something.
The truck is equipped with a retarder braking system for steep descents.