Associations to the word «Retaliatory»

Wiktionary

RETALIATORY, adjective. Relating to or part of a retaliation.

Dictionary definition

RETALIATORY, adjective. Of or relating to or having the nature of retribution; "retributive justice demands an eye for an eye".

Wise words

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