retired

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/ɹɪˈtʌɪəd/ English

Definitions

verb

To stop working on a permanent basis, usually because of old age or illness.“Having made a large fortune, he retired.”
(sometimes reflexive) To withdraw; to take away.
To cease use or production of something.“The steamship made thousands of trips over several decades before it was retired by the shipping company.”
To withdraw from circulation, or from the market; to take up and pay.“The central bank retired those notes five years ago.”

verb

To fit (a vehicle) with new tires.

adjective

Secluded from society (of a lifestyle, activity etc.); private, quiet.
Of a place: far from civilisation, not able to be easily seen or accessed; secluded.
(of people) Having left employment, especially on reaching pensionable age.“The retired workers are a major expense due to their pensions.”
No longer in use or production.“Following Jackie Robinson's success, his uniform number, 42, became a retired number across all major league teams.”

Related words

Synonyms

emeritus out superannuated inactive down old out of commission out of service withdrawn removed retirement retiree resigned terminated withdrawal retreat

Associated

stud stallion jumper footballer defender cyclist swimmer volleyball professionally wrestler

Rhymes

inquired tired inspired mired acquired required wired uninspired admired transpired

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