ret·ro·ac·tion (r t r - k sh n)n. 1. An action, as of a law, that influences or applies to a prior time. 2. An opposing or reciprocal action; a reaction. ret ro·act v. |
retroaction [ˌrɛtrəʊˈækʃən]
n
1. an action contrary or reciprocal to a preceding action
2. (Law) a retrospective action, esp a law affecting events prior to its enactment
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