Dictionary Check: retard

"retard" is a valid word!

Scrabble 7 points
Words with Friends 7 points

Definition

noun

a person of subnormal intelligence

verb

cause to move more slowly or operate at a slower rate

Example: "This drug will retard your heart rate"
verb

be delayed

verb

slow the growth or development of

Example: "The brain damage will retard the child's language development"
Synonyms:
verb

lose velocity; move more slowly

Example: "The car decelerated"

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