= retrograde, adj. (in various senses).
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| 释义 | the world > movement > motion in a certain direction > backward movement > [adjective] (53) retrogate1584 = retrograde, adj. (in various senses). retrograde1622 Directed or moving backwards; in a direction contrary to the previous or usual motion; retreating. Now chiefly in scientific or military contexts. regressive1634 Of, relating to, or designating backward movement in space; characterized by such movement; retrograde. retrocessive1816 Regressive, declining; retrograde. Now rare. reverse1839 Relating to or allowing the operation of engines or the movement of vehicles in a direction opposite to the usual or predominant direction. Cf. re… rearward1843 Directed towards the rear; backward. Subcategories:— moving backwards (5) — slipping (2) — flowing (1) — shrinking or flinching (2) — that has receded (1) — forced backwards (1) — causing backwards movement (3) — capable of being drawn back (3) — retiring, withdrawing, or retreating (8) — turning back or reversing course (7) — returning towards point of departure (14) |
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