Definitions

1. verb

to keep or continue to have something, such as a job or a possession

“She managed to retain her position after a long period of economic downturn.”

2. verb

to keep in one’s memory or mind

“He tried to retain the details of the accident for the police report.”

3. verb

to keep or maintain possession of something, especially through effort or determination

“The team worked hard to retain the championship title.”

4. verb

to keep or maintain a particular quality or characteristic

“The new policy aimed to retain the company’s commitment to social responsibility.”

5. noun

the act of keeping or continuing to have something

“Her retain of the job was a huge accomplishment.”

6. noun

a person or thing that is kept or maintained

“The museum’s collection is a valuable retain of the city’s cultural heritage.”