English to English Dictionary

Retiree

A person who has retired from their occupation or profession.

Retirement

The action or fact of leaving one's job and ceasing to work permanently, typically upon reaching a certain age.

Retort

A quick, witty, or sharp reply, especially one that counters a previous statement.

Retouching

The process of improving a photograph, negative, or artwork by adding or removing details, correcting flaws, or making minor alterations.

Retract

To draw back or in something, such as a physical part or mechanical extension.

Retraction

The act of taking back or withdrawing a statement or opinion.

Retreat

An act of moving back, especially in order to get away from danger or an enemy.

Retribution

Punishment that is considered to be morally right and fully deserved in response to a wrong or crime.

Retrievable

Capable of being retrieved or recovered.

Retrieval

The action or process of recovering or regaining something lost or stolen.

Retriever

A breed of dog trained to retrieve game for hunters.

Retrocede

To cede or give back (territory, rights, or property) to a former owner or nation.