retaining
Word-form referencesretain
Pronunciations
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/ɹɪˈteɪnɪŋ/
Adjective
Of or pertaining to something that retains something else, as with a retaining wall.
Usage- not-comparable
Noun
The act by which something or someone is retained; a retention.
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More examples (1)
All retainings by indenture before that date were declared null and void 'other than to be the household servant or officer or of his [the lord's] council for lawful service done or to be done'.
Word forms
retainings