Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Retaining.
Retaining - as a verb
Hold back within
Example: "This soil retains water"
Allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature
Example: "We cannot continue several servants any longer"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
continue10keep10keep onSecure and keep for possible future use or application
Example: "The landlord retained the security deposit"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hold8hold backkeep backKeep in one's mind
Example: "I cannot retain so much information"
Retaining - as a noun
The act by which something or someone is retained; a retention.
Retaining - as an adjective
Of or pertaining to something that retains something else, as with a retaining wall.
Example Sentences
"The retaining wall prevented the soil from eroding."
"He built a retaining barrier to hold back the water."
"The retaining clip on the pen kept the cap secure."
"We need to assess the retaining capacity of the storage tank."
"The retaining strap on her bag was starting to wear out."
Word Game Points
Is RETAINING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, retaining is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RETAINING has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is RETAINING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, retaining is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRETAINING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is RETAINING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, retaining is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRETAINING has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
