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retainer

UK
/rɪˈteɪ.nə/
US
/rɪˈteɪ.nɚ/

Translations

retainernoun
retainers
множ.
UK
/rɪˈteɪ.nə/
US
/rɪˈteɪ.nɚ/
The orthodontist adjusted the retainer to fit better.
Ортодонт отрегулировал фиксатор, чтобы он лучше подходил.
The retainer served the family for many years.
Слуга служил семье много лет.
The lawyer requested a retainer before starting the case.
Адвокат запросил аванс перед началом дела.
Additional translations
задержка
удерживатель
зажим
Synonyms
fastener
support
clamp
device
assistant
servant
employee
holder
retaineradjective
more retainer
Срав.
most retainer
Превосх.
UK
/rɪˈteɪ.nə/
US
/rɪˈteɪ.nɚ/
Used attributively before another noun (e.g., "retainer agreement", "retainer fee").

Definitions

retainernoun
A fee paid in advance to someone, especially a lawyer, to secure or keep their services when required.
The client paid a retainer to the attorney to ensure her availability for the upcoming case.
A servant or follower of a noble or wealthy person, especially one who has worked for them for a long time.
The retainer had served the family for decades, managing the household affairs with dedication.
A device or structure that holds something in place, such as a dental appliance used to hold teeth in position after orthodontic treatment.
After her braces were removed, she had to wear a retainer to keep her teeth aligned.
retaineradjective
Relating to or associated with a retainer (fee, agreement, or device) or serving to retain something.
The parties signed a retainer agreement outlining the scope of legal services.
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