recoction

/riːkɒkʃn, rɪkˈɔkʃn/

Definitions

1. noun

The act of recoiling or the state of being recoiled; recoil or recoiling.

“The recoction of the spring made it difficult to open the door.”

Synonyms

  • recoil
  • retreat

Antonyms

  • advance
  • approach