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English noun: retirement

1. retirement (state) the state of being retired from one's business or occupation


Broader (hypernym)position, status

2. retirement (act) withdrawal from your position or occupation


Broader (hypernym)conclusion, ending, termination


Narrower (hyponym)hibernation, rustication

3. retirement (act) withdrawal for prayer and study and meditation


SamplesThe religious retreat is a form of vacation activity.


Synonymsretreat


Broader (hypernym)withdrawal









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