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retractable

/rɪˈtræk.tə.bəl/

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adjective

B2formalcommontechnical/rɪˈtræk.tə.bəl/

Describes something that can be drawn back or pulled in, such as a blade, landing gear, or a leash.

  • 🇷🇺Описывает то, что можно втянуть или убрать внутрь, например, лезвие, шасси или поводок.
  1. Capable of being drawn back or in B2 formal

    Describes something that can be pulled back or folded away, such as a part of a mechanism or a statement.

    • The airplane's landing gear is retractable.
    • He made a retractable offer that could be withdrawn if needed.
    • The pen has a retractable tip for safety.

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    Synonyms: pull backretractile

    Antonyms: fixednonretractablepermanent

  • more retractable comparative form
  • most retractable superlative form