4/6/2025, 11:21:35 PM
Definition of Retain
Retain
re·tain
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to have or keep in use or possession;
e.g. As a family grows up, it is nice to be able to retain a little bit of the old traditions, customs, and ways.
(verb)
to absorb or take in and continue to hold;
e.g. The sponge was able to retain a lot of water.
(verb)
to remember or keep in mind;
e.g. His capacity to retain facts has increased over the past few weeks.
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