Retainer

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ɹɪˈteɪn.É™/
• US IPA: /ɹɪˈteɪn.Éš/, /ɹəˈteɪn.Éš/
• Rhymes: -eɪnÉ™(r)

Origin

From retain, from French retenir ("to retain").

Full definition of retainer

Noun

1. A dependent or follower of someone of rank.
2. A paid servant, especially one who has been employed for many years.
3. Any thing or person that retains.
4. A fee one pays to reserve the other's time for services.This lawyer charges a retainer for his work.
5. (dentistry): A device that holds teeth in position after orthodontic treatment.

Related terms

• retain

Anagrams

• Eritrean
• rain tree