Simple meaning
What does Retain mean?
Retain means keep in memory.
Dictionary definition
Retain means to keep information, ideas, or skills in memory over time.
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In class, we learned what retain means.
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Base word
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verb
retain
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Practice 1
What does retain mean?
Retain means to keep information in memory.
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