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retort - Dictionary definition and meaning for retort

RETORT

(noun) a vessel where substances are distilled or decomposed by heat
(noun) a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one)
"it brought a sharp rejoinder from the teacher"
synonyms : comeback , counter , rejoinder , replication , return , riposte

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Look at the man, whose comment brought a sharp retort from the lady!
(verb) answer back
synonyms : come back , rejoin , repay , return , riposte

WordNet® 3.0, © 2006 by Princeton University.

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(Tag: ) U give quick sharp reply when asked to come to a RE(S)ORT
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(Tag: ) Tort is to twist...like tortuous ...so retort is to twist a reply and hurl back!
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