| retransformation |
combined form of transformation. |
| retransmission |
combined form of transmission. |
| retransmit |
combined form of transmit. |
| retread |
to replace the worn tread of (a tire). [2 definitions] |
| re-tread |
to tread again. |
| retreat |
the act of withdrawing from a place or situation. [8 definitions] |
| re-treat |
to treat again. |
| retrench |
to cut back on or reduce (expenses or scope of action). [2 definitions] |
| retrenchment |
the act of reducing expenses or scope of action. |
| retribution |
repayment for one's actions, esp. punishment for evil. |
| retrieval |
the act or process of retrieving or regaining. [2 definitions] |
| retrieve |
to bring or get back; regain; recover. [8 definitions] |
| retriever |
one of several breeds of dogs trained to retrieve wounded or killed game. [2 definitions] |
| retro1 |
a retrorocket. |
| retro2 |
designating or pertaining to an earlier style of hairdressing, clothing, or the like, that has been brought back. |
| retro- |
back; backward; behind. |
| retroactive |
going into operation or effect as of a previous date, or in respect to past events or circumstances. |
| retrocede1 |
to go or move back; recede; retire. |
| retrocede2 |
to surrender or give back to (territory). |
| retrofire |
to ignite (a rocket engine that is placed opposite the direction of current flight) for the purpose of slowing down or adjusting direction. |
| retrofit |
to modify design, construction, or equipment (of an aircraft, automobile, or the like) that is already in service in order to include later improvements. [2 definitions] |