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retain

/rɪ'teɪn/ · rɪteɪn

Retain has 2 syllables: re · tain.

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tain
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verb. Secure and keep for possible future use or application.

verb. Allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature.

verb. Hold back within.

verb. Keep in one's mind.

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