Meaning of the word retraction in English
What does retraction mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
retraction
US /rɪˈtræk.ʃən/
UK /rɪˈtræk.ʃən/
Noun
1.
a statement saying that something you said or wrote was not true or correct
Example:
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The newspaper issued a full retraction of the false story.
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His lawyer demanded a public retraction of the defamatory remarks.
2.
the act of pulling something back or in
Example:
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The cat's claws showed a quick retraction after scratching the post.
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The retraction of the landing gear was smooth.