Abbreviations.com Convert.net Definitions.net Lyrics.net Phrases.net Quotes.net References.net Rhymes.net Synonyms.net USZip.com  Bookmark and Share
 
Definitions.net
Search for Dictionary Definitions:  
Browse Alphabetically:
 A   B   C   D   E   F   G   H   I   J   K   L   M   N   O   P   Q   R   S   T   U   V   W   X   Y   Z   # 
 random definition 

 Definitions of retardant  [ɪˈtɑr dnt]  

Translate retardant to



Definition of 'retardant' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) retardant
any substance capable of reducing the speed of a chemical reaction.

2. (adj.) retardant
retarding or tending to retard (usu. used in combination):
fire-retardant material.

Etymology:  (1635–45)

Definition of 'retardant' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (noun) retardant, retardent, retardation
any agent that retards or delays or hinders
"flame-retardant"

'retardant' - Nearby Entries  

retaliatory  retama  retama raetam  retardant  retardation  retarded  retarded depression  



Citation: Add this definition to your bibliography   MLA  Chicago  APA 
"retardant." Definitions.net. STANDS4 LLC, 2012. 14 February. 2012. http://www.definitions.net/definition/retardant


Alternative search options for 'retardant'   
Search for Synonyms for 'retardant'
Quotes containing the term 'retardant'
Search for Phrases containing the term 'retardant'
Search for Abbreviations containing the term 'retardant'
Search for 'retardant' on Search retardant on Amazon.com! & Search retardant on Google.com!
What rhymes with 'retardant'?
NEW:Search for Song lyrics containing the word 'retardant'


Definitions.net |  Login |  Add New Abbreviation |  Your List |  Tools |  Become an Editor |  Tell a Friend |  Awards |  Testimonials |  Press |  News |  Forum new! |  APIs |  About
Copyright ©2001-2011 STANDS4 LLC. All rights reserved.  Terms of Use  |  Privacy Policy  |  Advertise  |  Contact Us  Follow us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter!