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retrieve

re·trieve

retrieve

 
 
pronunciation:
rih triv
features:
Word Combinations (verb)
part of speech: verb
inflections: retrieves, retrieving, retrieved
definition 1: to bring or get back; recover.
The lifeguard retrieved my glasses from the bottom of the pool.
synonyms:
recover, regain
similar words:
access, get, recapture, redeem, take back
definition 2: to find and bring back; fetch.
The hunter's dog was trained to retrieve ducks.
synonyms:
fetch
similar words:
bring, find, get
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derivation: retrievable (adj.)