retreats

noun

the act of withdrawing or going backward (especially to escape something hazardous or unpleasant)

withdrawal for prayer and study and meditation

an area where you can be alone

(military) a bugle call signaling the lowering of the flag at sunset

(military) a signal to begin a withdrawal from a dangerous position

a place of privacy

(military) withdrawal of troops to a more favorable position to escape the enemy's superior forces or after a defeat

verb

make a retreat from an earlier commitment or activity

move back

move away, as for privacy

pull back or move away or backward

Roots

trahotreat- · Latin · draw, pull

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