Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Retainer.
Retainer - as a noun
A fee charged in advance to retain the services of someone
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
consideration16Hypernyms (Closely Related)
fee6Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A person working in the service of another (especially in the household)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
servant10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
worker13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A dental appliance that holds teeth (or a prosthesis) in position after orthodontic treatment
Example Sentences
"I need to wear a retainer to keep my teeth straight."
"He lost his retainer and now his teeth are shifting again."
"The lawyer requested a retainer from the client before taking the case."
"She wears a retainment retainer to hold her hair in place."
"The retainer for the orthodontic treatment is quite expensive."
Word Game Points
Is RETAINER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, retainer is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RETAINER has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is RETAINER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, retainer is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRETAINER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
Is RETAINER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, retainer is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRETAINER has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.
