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Rareretrace
The correct spelling is retrace.
How to pronounce retrace
noun
Say it like: Ret-ras-e
The correct spelling is retrace. The period when the beam of the cathode-ray tube returns to its initial horizontal position in order to start the next line of the display. For example: "He retraced his steps, and found his keys where he had dropped them."
Usage Examples
“He retraced his steps, and found his keys where he had dropped them.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.The period when the beam of the cathode-ray tube returns to its initial horizontal position in order to start the next line of the display.
verb
- 1.To trace (a line, etc. in drawing) again.
- 2.To go back over something, usually in an attempt of rediscovery.
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