English Explanatory Dictionary

retropropulsion

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Backward propulsion, especially the use of rockets to brake or change direction.
  2. Alternative form of retropulsion (“abnormal tendency to step backwards”).
  3. Alternative form of retropulsion (“forcing something to move backwards or inwards”).

Word forms

retropropulsion retropropulsions

Etymology

From retro- + propulsion.

Related words

retropropulsive
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