ret 
(rĕt)
(rĕt)v. ret·ted, ret·ting, rets
v.tr.
To moisten or soak (flax, for example) in order to soften and separate the fibers by partial rotting.
v.intr.
To become so moistened or soaked.
[Middle English reten, probably from Middle Dutch reeten.]
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