Definition of Recoil
Recoil
re·coil


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To draw back or away suddenly, often in fear or surprise.

e.g. The soldier recoiled in horror at the sight of the wounded civilian.

(noun)
the action of recoiling or moving back suddenly;

e.g. With the recoil of the rifle, she flinched.



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