释义 |
reˈtaliatory, a. [f. retaliate v.1 + -ory.] Pertaining to, of the nature of, retaliation.
1813Gen. Hist. in Ann. Reg. 190/1 We are obliged to conclude our account of the American campaign with the notice of some retaliatory measures. 1861Sat. Rev. XI. 170/2 Putting an end to incessant raids on the one side, and retaliatory invasions on the other. 1885Manch. Exam. 6 Nov. 5/2 If Lord Salisbury is bent upon a retaliatory policy he must not stop with Spain. |