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retropropulsion

noun

Etymology

From retro- + propulsion.

  1. derived from propello
  2. borrowed from propulsio
  3. prefixed as retropropulsion — “retro + propulsion”

Definitions

  1. Backward propulsion, especially the use of rockets to brake or change direction.

  2. Alternative form of retropulsion (“abnormal tendency to step backwards”).

    • There was complete loss of automatic associated movements with lateropropulsion and retropropulsion to a degree rarely so complete in the juvenile form of parkinsonian disease.
    • ‘This 80-year-old woman has Parkinson’s disease. Please assess the severity of the condition.’ […] It is probably a little dangerous to look for propulsion or retropropulsion (see Table 15.57).

  3. Alternative form of retropulsion (“forcing something to move backwards or inwards”).

    • Also, the retropropulsion of blood through the mitral valve caused a “gyration” of the heart at each beat; […]
    • Relative indications for surgery include: […] radiological evidence of spinal instability, complete vertebral collapse or retropropulsion of bone fragments […]
    • Be aware also that the mandibular support of the tongue may be compromised in jaw fractures and can easily obstruct the airway, in addition to soft tissue swelling and retropropulsion of mid-face fractures.

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sense glosses and etymology drawn from English Wiktionary · source · CC-BY-SA