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retarding device

NOUN
brake
Synonyms
STRONGEST
damper restraint
STRONG
anchor binders constraint control curb deterrent discouragement hamper hindrance hurdle obstacle rein
WEAK
cinchers
Antonyms
STRONG
assistance catalyst encouragement help incentive opening
WEAK
accelerator

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It is obvious that instead of the dash-pot any other retarding device may be used.

From The inventions, researches and writings of Nikola Tesla With special reference to his work in polyphase currents and high potential lighting by Martin, Thomas Commerford