1. retardant - Noun
2. retardant - Adjective
any agent that retards or delays or hinders
Source: WordNetThe planet has a fever. If your baby has a fever, you go to the doctor. If the doctor says you need to intervene here, you don't say, "Well, I read a science fiction novel that told me it's not a problem." If the crib's on fire, you don't speculate that the baby is flame retardant. You take action. Al Gore
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Aerial uses of fire retardant are required to avoid application near waterways and endangered species (plant and animal habitats). Source: Internet
Combining synthetic fibres (which can have high strength, lustre, and fire retardant qualities) with natural fibres (which have good water absorbency and skin comforting qualities) is very common. Source: Internet
CAL FIRE tanker 73 makes a retardant drop on the Tim Fire burning in the hills west of Redlands Blvd and south of San Timoteo Canyon Road in Moreno Valley on Friday, August 21, 2020. Source: Internet
Fire retardant's effects on drinking water remain inconclusive. citation Dilution factors, including water body size, rainfall, and water flow rates lessen the concentration and potency of fire retardant. Source: Internet