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retractive

UK
/rɪˈtræktɪv/
US
/rɪˈtræktɪv/

Translations

retractiveadjective
more retractive
Comp.
most retractive
Super.
UK
/rɪˈtræktɪv/
US
/rɪˈtræktɪv/
The retractive awning provided shade when needed and could be easily pulled back when not in use.
L’auvent rétractable fournissait de l’ombre quand c’était nécessaire et pouvait être facilement replié lorsqu’il n’était pas utilisé.
Additional translations
rétractifAu sens figuré : qui tend à se rétracter ou à retirer une affirmation, une opinion.
Synonyms
withdrawn
retractile
reversing
retreating
receding

Definitions

retractiveadjective
Capable of being retracted or drawn back.
The retractive awning provided shade when needed and could be easily pulled back when not in use.
Tending to retract or withdraw a statement or opinion.
His retractive nature made it difficult for others to trust his commitments.
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