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retarder

UK
/rɪˈtɑːdə/
US
/rɪˈtɑrdər/

Translations

retardernoun
retarders
pl
UK
/rɪˈtɑːdə/
US
/rɪˈtɑrdər/
retardateurChimie.
The construction team used a retarder to ensure the concrete remained workable for a longer period.
L’équipe de construction a utilisé un retardateur pour que le béton reste ouvrable plus longtemps.
ralentisseurMécanique, surtout pour les véhicules lourds.
The bus driver engaged the retarder to safely descend the steep hill.
Le chauffeur de bus a enclenché le ralentisseur pour descendre la pente raide en toute sécurité.
Additional translations
retardeurBoulangerie, pour la fermentation différée de la pâte.
retardeurTermine de triage ferroviaire.
Synonyms
brake
hindrance
obstacle
impediment
delayer
retarderadjective
UK
/rɪˈtɑːdə/
US
/rɪˈtɑrdər/
Used attributively before another noun to denote a device, system, or effect that slows a motion or process.
retardateurAttributif.
The truck is equipped with a retarder braking system for steep descents.
Le camion est équipé d’un système de freinage retardateur pour les fortes descentes.
Synonyms
delaying
retarding
slowing
sluggish
impeding
hindering
inhibitory
obstructive
slow-acting

Definitions

retardernoun
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.
retarderadjective
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.
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