Definitions from the Web
detrograde
Part of Speech: adjective, verb
Senses:
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Adjective: moving in a direction that is considered contrary or opposite to the usual or conventional motion.
Example sentence: The planet appeared to have a detrograde orbit around the sun.
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Verb (intransitive): to move or travel in a reverse or opposite direction to the usual.
Example sentence: The car suddenly detrograded, causing confusion on the road.
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Verb (transitive): to cause something to move or go in a direction opposite to the usual.
Example sentence: The strong winds detrograded the ship's course, delaying their arrival.
Usages:
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Popular usage: In astronomy, detrograde refers to the backward motion or opposite direction of celestial bodies.
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Local usage: Among car enthusiasts, detrograding means intentionally driving a car in reverse on a race track for entertainment purposes.
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