Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
retract
verb
/rɪˈtrækt/
Definition
To withdraw or take back something that has been said or written.
Examples
- After realizing his mistake, the author decided to retract his statement in the article.
- The cat will retract its claws when it relaxes.
- He found it difficult to retract the allegations once they were made public.
Meaning
Retract means to pull back or draw in something, often in the context of statements, opinions, or physical objects.
Synonyms
- withdraw
- take back
- rescind
- cancel
- revoke
