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noun
Backward propulsion, especially the use of rockets to brake or change direction.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable, uncountable
Topics: aerospace, astronautics, business, engineering, natural-sciences, physical-sciences
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noun
Alternative form of retropulsion (“abnormal tendency to step backwards”).
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: alt-of, alternative, countable, uncountable
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noun
Alternative form of retropulsion (“forcing something to move backwards or inwards”).
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: alt-of, alternative, countable, uncountable
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History
From retro- + propulsion.
Across languages
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