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      retard
      noun
      a person of subnormal intelligence
      verb
      lose velocity
      slow the growth or development of
      be delayed
      cause to move more slowly or operate at a slower rate
      Roots
      tardus-tard · Latin · slow
      Synonyms for retard
      moronnimbecilenidiotndeceleratevdelaynslowadjimpedevhindervlagvduncen
      Words related to retard
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