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▪ I. ˈslower, n. rare. [f. slow v.] That which checks or impedes; a retarding influence. Also with down.
a1610Babington Wks. (1622) 82 Making Gods mercy a spurre to his..diligence, and not a slower of him as no doubt many would. 1947Crowther & Whiddington Science at War 144 The most suitable substance for use as a slower-down was heavy water. 1961P. Frankau Pen to Paper 64, I know also that one fatal slower of the pace can be found in the adjectives. ▪ II. ˈslower, v. rare. [f. slow a., perh. after lower v.] trans. = slow v. 3 c.
1881M. Reynolds Engine-Driving Life 17 To take the bulk of the momentum out of the train with the brake, and then to slower the train under control to the platform. |