Pronunciation: /ˈrɛtroʊ ˈrɑkɪt/
noun a rocket engine that is used to slow down a spacecraft or missile
A1 The retro rocket helped the spaceship slow down and land safely on the moon.
A2 The astronaut activated the retro rocket to change the spacecraft's direction in space.
B1 The engineers tested the retro rocket's efficiency before the mission to Mars.
B2 The retro rocket malfunctioned during reentry, causing the spacecraft to veer off course.
C1 The retro rocket's advanced technology allowed for precise maneuvers during the space mission.
C2 The pilot expertly controlled the retro rocket to ensure a smooth landing back on Earth.
adjective describing something that is characteristic of a style, fashion, or design from the past
A1 The retro rocket spaceship landed safely on the moon.
A2 The retro rocket design of the car gave it a cool vintage look.
B1 The engineers installed a retro rocket system to help slow down the spacecraft during reentry.
B2 The retro rocket technology used in the spacecraft was cutting-edge for its time.
C1 The retro rocket propulsion system was crucial for the success of the mission.
C2 The retro rocket thrusters provided precise control during the spacecraft's descent.
formal The retro rocket on the spacecraft was designed to safely slow down its descent back to Earth.
informal Check out the cool retro rocket on that vintage spaceship!
slang I wish my car had a retro rocket to help me beat traffic!
figurative Using meditation as a retro rocket, she propelled herself into a state of deep relaxation.
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