English Word · Intermediate
retiring
retirement
Pronunciation: /ɹəˈtaɪ(ə)ɹɪŋ/
Meaning
The act of withdrawing or a place of retreat.
Example
One day of those his retirings, giving out that he was sick, his father Antigonus came on the sudden to visit him, and met a fair dainty youth coming out of his chamber.
One day of those his retirings, giving out that he was sick, his father Antigonus came on the sudden to visit him, and met a fair dainty youth coming out of his chamber.
Practice tips
- Practice retiring out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.