retainer
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/rɪˈteɪnər/
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/rɪˈteɪnə(r)/
noun
R
Money paid to someone to ensure they are available for work when needed.
The company pays a retainer to the consultant to have her expertise on call.
R
A small amount of rent paid to keep a room available even when not in use.
I paid a retainer to hold the apartment while I'm on vacation.
R
A device used to keep teeth straight after braces are removed.
The dentist fitted her with a retainer to maintain the alignment of her teeth.
R
A long-term family servant.
The family's retainer had been with them for over 30 years.
translation
Money paid to someone to ensure they are available for work when needed.; A small amount of rent paid to keep a room available even when not in use.; A device used to keep teeth straight after braces are removed.; A long-term family servant.
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Plural
retainers