Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

retine

verb
/rɪˈtiːn/
Definition
A term often used in certain contexts to refer to the act of retaining or holding onto something.
Examples
  • The student tried to retine the complex concepts learned in class.
  • It’s important to retine as much information as possible before the exam.
  • She struggled to retine the names of all her classmates.
Meaning
To keep or hold back, usually pertaining to memories or information.
Synonyms
  • retain
  • hold
  • keep
  • preserve