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retort
a sharp, witty reply
In more detail
1. (verb) to reply to someone in an angry or sharp way
2. (noun) a sharp or angry reply
3. (noun) a container used in chemistry or industry to heat substances
Examples
- 1. She retorted that he was wrong.
- 2. His retort was so cutting that everyone fell silent.
- 3. The chemist poured the liquid into a glass retort.
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