No. 2,453 in Catalan
retrocés
"Retrocés" means "setback" or "reversal."
In a sentence
El retrocés en les negociacions va ser un pas enrere per a l'acord.
The setback in the negotiations was a step backwards for the agreement.
Used metaphorically to indicate a reversal or setback in progress.
El retrocés de la màquina es controla amb aquest botó.
The reverse movement of the machine is controlled with this button.
Refers to the reverse movement of a mechanical device.
El retrocés de la marea és un fenomen natural diari.
The receding of the tide is a natural daily phenomenon.
Describes the literal regression or withdrawal of something.
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