retain
🇺🇸
/rɪˈteɪn/
🇬🇧
/rɪˈteɪn/
verb
B2
to keep something and not lose it
The old house retains its original charm.
这栋老房子保留了它原有的魅力。
B2
to hold or contain something inside
This soil can retain water well during dry months.
这种土壤在干旱月份能很好地保持水分。
R
to pay someone to work for you
You should retain a lawyer to help with your case.
你应该聘请一位律师来帮助处理你的案件。
translation
保留, 保持, 聘请
词形变化
3rd Present
retains
Past
retained
Perfect
retained
Progressive
retaining