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Meaning of retrospection in English
Pronunciation
/ˌrɛtrəˈspɛkʃən/
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Noun
retrospection
Etymology
mid 17th century: probably from retrospect (used as a verb)
Definitions
1.
reference to things past
Examples
« the story begins with no introductory retrospections »
2.
memory for experiences that are past
Examples
« some psychologists tried to contrast retrospection and introspection »