retain
/ɹɪˈteɪn/
retain
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- 1.
to continue to have or possess something; to keep.
"The house retains its original charm."
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She wants to retain her independence.
She wants to retain her independence.
Try to retain as much information as possible during the lecture.
Try to retain as much information as possible during the lecture.
The old building managed to retain its original charm.
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Frequently asked about retain
How do you pronounce retain?
retain is pronounced [/ɹɪˈteɪn/]. You can hear a native pronunciation on Smoveth.
What does retain mean?
retain means "retain". See the meanings and examples higher up on the page for the full picture.
How difficult is retain?
retain is a Intermediate-level word.
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Example: "She wants to retain her independence." — used to mean "retain".
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