One entry found for retain.

Main Entry: re·tain
Pronunciation: ri-tn
Function: verb
1 a : to keep in possession or use <you will retain your rights as a citizen> b : to keep in pay or in one's service; especially : to employ by paying a retainer <retain an attorney> c : REMEMBER 3 <I can't retain phone numbers>
2 : to hold secure or unchanged <land retains heat longer than water>