retardant
noun/rɪˈtɑrdənt/
Frequency rank: #18,095 most common English word
Meaning
a substance or material that slows down or prevents a particular process, especially burning.
Example sentence
The building was treated with flame retardant to reduce the risk of fire spreading.
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