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nonretractile

/ˌnɒn.rɪˈtræk.taɪl/

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adjective

/ˌnɒn.rɪˈtræk.taɪl/C2formaltechnicalobsolete
  • ruПрилагательное, означающее неспособный быть втянутым или отведённым назад, обычно используется в биологическом или техническом контексте; в настоящее время в значительной степени заменено на 'невыдвижной'.

An adjective meaning not capable of being drawn back or in, typically used in biological or technical contexts; now largely replaced by 'non-retractable'.

  1. Not capable of being drawn backC2formal

    Describes a part of an animal or object that cannot be pulled back or withdrawn.

    ruНеспособный втягиваться

    • A cat's claws are retractile, but a dog's claws are nonretractile.
    • The nonretractile landing gear on older aircraft was simpler but less aerodynamic.
    • Some animals have nonretractile penises, which remain visible even when not in use.

    Synonymsfixedimmovablenonretractable

    Antonymsretractableretractile

Forms
  • more nonretractile comparative form
  • most nonretractile superlative form