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Meaning of ratchet effect | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

An instance of the restrained ability of human processes to be reversed once a specific thing has happened.

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

See also

ratchet jack ratchet jaw ratchet lever ratchet punch ratchet wheel ratchet wrench

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