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Retrieval

rɪˈtriːvl

Retrieval definitions

noun

Inflections:

retrieval retrievals

the process of getting something back from somewhere

"the investigation was completed after the retrieval of plane wreckage"

Synonyms:
retrieval regaining repossession getting back recapture reclamation recouping retaking redemption
the action of obtaining or consulting material stored in a computer system

"online information retrieval"