permanently-retained
|per-ma-nent-ly-re-tained|
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/ˈpɜːrmənəntli rɪˈteɪnd/
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/ˈpɜːmənəntli rɪˈteɪnd/
(retain)
keep or hold
Etymology
Etymology Information
'retain' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'retinere,' where 're-' meant 'back' and 'tenere' meant 'to hold.'
Historical Evolution
'retinere' transformed into the Old French word 'retenir,' and eventually became the modern English word 'retain' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to hold back,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to keep in possession.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
kept or held in a permanent state or condition.
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Last updated: 2025/04/30 05:54