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retractile

UK
/rɪˈtræktaɪl/
US
/rɪˈtræktaɪl/

Translations

retractileadjective
UK
/rɪˈtræktaɪl/
US
/rɪˈtræktaɪl/
rétractileTerme général et biologique : qui peut se rétracter ou être rentré.
The cat's retractile claws allow it to climb trees with ease.
Les griffes rétractiles du chat lui permettent de grimper aux arbres avec aisance.
Synonyms
withdrawable
retractable
pullback
Antonyms
protractile
nonretractile

Definitions

retractileadjective
Capable of being drawn back or retracted.
The cat's retractile claws allow it to climb trees with ease.
Biology: (of a body part, organ, or appendage) able to be drawn back into the body or into a protective sheath or cavity.
The snail’s retractile tentacles extended cautiously after the threat had gone.
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