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retainer

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Definitions

noun

a dental appliance that holds teeth (or a prosthesis) in position after orthodontic treatment

Definition: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Pronunciation

/ɹɪtˈeɪnɝː/ · 3 syllables · CMUdict (BSD-3-Clause)

Word forms

plural retainers

Forms from WordNet 3.1 morphology — every form attested in the dictionary.

Synonyms

a person working in the service of another (especially in the household)

a fee charged in advance to retain the services of someone

Synonyms grouped by meaning — WordNet 3.1 (Princeton University).

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