retrofire Definition
to ignite the retro rockets of a spacecraft to slow down or change its course.
Using retrofire: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "retrofire" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The spacecraft will retrofire to enter the orbit of Mars.
Example
The pilot retrofired the engines to make a safe landing.
retrofire Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for retrofire
- decelerate
- brake
- slow down
- reduce speed
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Summary: retrofire in Brief
The verb 'retrofire' [re-troh-fahyuh r] means to ignite the retro rockets of a spacecraft to slow down or change its course. It is often used in the context of space travel, as in 'The spacecraft will retrofire to enter the orbit of Mars.'
