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Retainer
rɪˈteɪnə
Retainer definitions
noun
retainer
retainers
- a thing that holds something in place
"a guitar string retainer"
- an appliance for keeping a loose tooth, an orthodontic prosthesis, or orthodontically aligned teeth in place
- a fee paid in advance to someone, especially a barrister, in order to secure their services for use when required
"he's on a retainer as a consultant"
- a reduced rent paid to retain accommodation during a period of non-occupancy
- a servant, especially one who has worked for a person or family for a long time
"faithful family retainers"