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Definition of: retroact
(ret′rō·akt′, rē′trō-) v.i.
1. To act reciprocally or in return; react.
2. Law To affect past acts, obligations, or penalties. [Back formation <RETROACTIVE]
—ret′ro·ac′·tion noun
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