Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
retrieve-an-item
Phrase
/rɪˈtriːv ən ˈaɪtəm/
Definition
To get back or recover an item that was lost or misplaced.
Examples
- After the file is deleted, you can retrieve an item from your recycle bin.
- To retrieve an item from your storage unit, you need to show your ID to the attendant.
Meaning
Retrieving an item involves the action of locating and recovering something that has been previously stored, borrowed, or lost.
Synonyms
- Recover
- Fetch
- Regain
- Collect
