deboost

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To slow a spacecraft by reducing thrust, typically in order to achieve a stable orbit.
  2. To limit or suppress the reach of an account or post.
noun
  1. A slowing manoeuvre of this kind.

Word forms

deboost deboosts deboosting deboosted

Etymology

From de- + boost.

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