retroverse en · ADJ
Etymology
From Latin retroversus (“turned back”), from retro (“back”) + versum (“turned”). By surface analysis, retro- + -verse. Doublet of retrorse.
Meanings
- Arranged in a backwards or reverse manner.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| most retroverse | Degree=Sup | lexicographic | |
| more retroverse | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic |