retention

noun

re·ten·tion ri-ˈten(t)-shən How to pronounce retention (audio)

: the act of retaining : the state of being retained

: abnormal retaining of a fluid or secretion in a body cavity

: power of retaining : retentiveness

: an ability to retain things in mind

specifically : a preservation of the aftereffects of experience and learning that makes recall or recognition possible

: something retained

Example Sentences

the recruitment and retention of good employees the retention of profits from all sales pills to offset water retention the retention of things learned in school They say the herb promotes memory retention.

Recent Examples on the Web In obtaining a search warrant, the bureau described the possibility of three crimes as the basis of its investigation: the unauthorized retention of national security secrets, obstruction and concealing or destroying government documents.

Arkansas Online, 3 Sep. 2022 The Espionage Act statute regarding retention of national defense information has figured in multiple prosecutions.

Eric Tucker, Anchorage Daily News, 30 Aug. 2022 The Espionage Act statute regarding retention of national defense information has figured in multiple prosecutions.

Eric Tucker, ajc, 29 Aug. 2022 In response to one of my recent letters to USPS regarding mail issues in D.C., USPS indicated that delays in delivery were due to employee leave during the pandemic, along with problems of retention of the local supplemental workforce.

Theresa Vargas, Washington Post, 17 Aug. 2022 The warrant also reveals an FBI investigation into the potential unlawful retention of the records as well as obstruction of justice.

Eric Tucker, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2022 The foundation participates in Greek ethnic parades, dances, feasts and other activities that foster retention of Greek heritage, culture and cuisine.

cleveland, 22 Aug. 2022 Life On Land – AI that aids in conservation and restoration of terrestrial ecosystems, supports retention of biodiversity, reduces degradation of natural habitats, detects impacts of invasive species, and assists in reducing or ending poaching 16.

Lance Eliot, Forbes, 17 Aug. 2022 The more compelling arguments include that cursive improves people’s fine motor skills and aids in the retention of information.

Murr Brewster, The Christian Science Monitor, 16 Aug. 2022 See More

单词	retention
释义	retention noun re·ten·tion ri-ˈten(t)-shən 1 a : the act of retaining : the state of being retained b : abnormal retaining of a fluid or secretion in a body cavity 2 a : power of retaining : retentiveness b : an ability to retain things in mind specifically : a preservation of the aftereffects of experience and learning that makes recall or recognition possible 3 : something retained Example Sentences the recruitment and retention of good employees the retention of profits from all sales pills to offset water retention the retention of things learned in school They say the herb promotes memory retention. Recent Examples on the Web In obtaining a search warrant, the bureau described the possibility of three crimes as the basis of its investigation: the unauthorized retention of national security secrets, obstruction and concealing or destroying government documents. Arkansas Online, 3 Sep. 2022 The Espionage Act statute regarding retention of national defense information has figured in multiple prosecutions. Eric Tucker, Anchorage Daily News, 30 Aug. 2022 The Espionage Act statute regarding retention of national defense information has figured in multiple prosecutions. Eric Tucker, ajc, 29 Aug. 2022 In response to one of my recent letters to USPS regarding mail issues in D.C., USPS indicated that delays in delivery were due to employee leave during the pandemic, along with problems of retention of the local supplemental workforce. Theresa Vargas, Washington Post, 17 Aug. 2022 The warrant also reveals an FBI investigation into the potential unlawful retention of the records as well as obstruction of justice. Eric Tucker, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2022 The foundation participates in Greek ethnic parades, dances, feasts and other activities that foster retention of Greek heritage, culture and cuisine. cleveland, 22 Aug. 2022 Life On Land – AI that aids in conservation and restoration of terrestrial ecosystems, supports retention of biodiversity, reduces degradation of natural habitats, detects impacts of invasive species, and assists in reducing or ending poaching 16. Lance Eliot, Forbes, 17 Aug. 2022 The more compelling arguments include that cursive improves people’s fine motor skills and aids in the retention of information. Murr Brewster, The Christian Science Monitor, 16 Aug. 2022 See More Word History Etymology Middle English retencioun, from Anglo-French, from Latin retention-, retentio, from retinēre to retain — more at retain First Known Use 14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a Kids Definition retention noun re·ten·tion ri-ˈten-shən 1 : the act of continuing to possess, control, or hold moisture retention 2 : the power or ability to keep or hold something memory retention Medical Definition retention noun re·ten·tion ri-ˈten-chən 1 : the act of retaining: as a : abnormal retaining of a fluid or secretion in a body cavity retention of urine retention of bile b : the holding in place of a tooth or dental replacement by means of a retainer 2 : a preservation of the aftereffects of experience and learning that makes recall or recognition possible Legal Definition retention noun re·ten·tion ri-ˈten-chən 1 : the act of retaining or the state of being retained 2 : the portion of the insurance on a particular risk not reinsured or ceded by the originating insurer retention noun as in maintenance the act of keeping something or someone The company's rate of employee retention is 80 percent. Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance maintenance retaining ownership support control holding care procurement custody enjoyment possession hands conservation keeping safekeeping power mastery claiming confiscation repossession dominion proprietorship authority command collaring commandeering Antonyms & Near Antonyms relinquishment transferal dispossession surrendering nonpossession
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