retrofire
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ret·ro·fire
(rĕt'rō-fīr') 
v., -fired, -fir·ing, -fires. v.tr.
To ignite or fire (a retrorocket).
v.intr.
To become ignited or fired. Used of a retrorocket.
v., -fired, -fir·ing, -fires. v.tr.
To ignite or fire (a retrorocket).
v.intr.
To become ignited or fired. Used of a retrorocket.
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categories related to 'retrofire'
- Space Exploration and Rocketry - retrofire: ignition of retroengine
- Airframe and Engines - retrofire: (vb) reverse direction of thrust on engine or rocket
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