retrograde

Definitions of retrograde
  1. noun
    a word or phrase that reads the same backward as forward
    synonyms: anagram, kreeftdicht, letterkeer, omkeerwoord, palindroom, spiegelwoord
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    type of:
    woord
    a unit of language that native speakers can identify
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The Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark
William Shakespeare

Shakespeare's famous tragedy tells the story of a Danish prince who must decide whether or not to avenge his father's death.

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Over The Moon: Planetary Vocabulary

Planets and their moons have complex relationships as they spin through space around the sun. These words describe their motions and relationships, and will help you understand the gravity of the situation.

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Spinnin' Around

Don't let your vocabulary skills yo-yo! National Yo-Yo Day is June 6th, so after you practice your "walk-the-dog," learn these terms related to the metaphor "yo-yo" — having a tendency to make progress, only to regress shortly after. Check out the full article: Yay for Yo-Yo Day!

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