Meaning of DECELERATION

Pronunciation:			dus`elur'eyshun
WordNet Dictionary
	Definition:		[n]  a decrease in speed; "the deceleration of the arms race"
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	Synonyms:		retardation, slowing
	Antonyms:		acceleration
	See Also:		fastness, speed, swiftness
Thesaurus Terms
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