adjective
Uncommon
retracted
Retracted (adjective) means Pulled back in or withdrawn. Example: “The turtle stayed still with its head fully retracted.”
adjective
1
Pulled back in or withdrawn.
"The turtle stayed still with its head fully retracted."
How to use retracted
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes something that has been pulled back in.
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What does “retracted” mean?
The word “retracted” means pulled back in or withdrawn. In plain terms, describes something that has been pulled back in.
How do you use “retracted” in a sentence?
Here is “retracted” used in a sentence: “The turtle stayed still with its head fully retracted.”
What part of speech is “retracted”?
“Retracted” is an adjective.
Is “retracted” a common word?
“Retracted” is an uncommon word in modern English.
