The Open Dictionary

retardant

名詞

UK/rɪˈtɑː.dᵊnt/
US/rɪˈtɑːr.dᵊnt/

定義 retardant 名詞

  1. CountableUncountable

    A substance that slows down or prevents a process or action.

    • This concrete uses a retardant to extend its workability time.

    • A flame retardant is added to this type of paint for safety reasons.

    • The wood was treated with a preservative and a mold retardant.

形容詞

UK/rɪˈtɑː.dᵊnt/
US/rɪˈtɑːr.dᵊnt/

定義 retardant 形容詞

  1. CountableUncountable

    A substance that slows down or prevents a process or action.

    • This concrete uses a retardant to extend its workability time.

    • A flame retardant is added to this type of paint for safety reasons.

    • The wood was treated with a preservative and a mold retardant.