retardadores
1. Devices or substances that slow down or delay a process, particularly in vehicles or industrial applications
The truck's retarders help reduce brake wear on steep descents.
Os retardadores do caminhão ajudam a reduzir o desgaste dos freios em descidas íngremes.
2. In construction, chemical additives that slow the setting time of concrete or mortar
Retarders are used in concrete to extend the working time during hot weather.
Retardadores são usados no concreto para estender o tempo de trabalho em clima quente.
3. Electromagnetic or mechanical braking systems on heavy vehicles
Modern trucks are equipped with engine retarders for better safety.
Caminhões modernos são equipados com retardadores de motor para melhor segurança.
The term 'retarders' is predominantly used in technical and industrial contexts, particularly in the trucking and construction industries in both North America and Brazil. In trucking, engine retarders are standard safety features on heavy commercial vehicles, especially important in mountainous terrain. In construction, concrete retarders are essential additives for ensuring quality work in hot climates, making them particularly relevant in Brazilian construction industry.
Look up more words on Fala2Me
The free English-Portuguese dictionary with real Brazilian accents, NYC slang, conjugator and more
Open Fala2Me →