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noun • the innermost light-sensitive membrane covering the back wall of the eyeball; it is continuous with the optic nerve | ||||
| 22% | 3 | Retains | ||
noun • (astronomy) the angular distance of a celestial point measured westward along the celestial equator from the zenith crossing; the right ascension for an observer at a particular location and time of day | ||||
| 22% | 5 | Retains | ||
noun • the financial means whereby one lives • the main tower within the walls of a medieval castle or fortress • a cell in a jail or prison verb • cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity • continue a certain state, condition, or activity • retain possession of • stop (someone or something) from doing something or being in a certain state • conform one's action or practice to • stick to correctly or closely • look after; be the keeper of; have charge of • maintain by writing regular records • supply with room and board • allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature • supply with necessities and support • fail to spoil or rot • behave as expected during of holidays or rites • maintain in safety from injury, harm, or danger • to rear • retain rights to • store or keep customarily • have as a supply • maintain for use and service • hold and prevent from leaving • prevent the action or expression of • prevent (food) from rotting | ||||
Retains Particular Parts Of The Eyeball
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RETINAS which was last seen in the The Guardian Quiptic crossword.
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RETINAS
Updated: October 15, 2023
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