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retain

UK /rɪˈteɪn/US /rɪˈteɪn/

词源

源自拉丁语 'retinere',由 're-'(回)和 'tenere'(持有)组成,意为“保持”或“留住”。

verb

❶ 保持或保留某物,不让其丢失或改变。常用于描述保留信息、权利、物品或状态等。

“She managed to retain her composure during the interview.”

(她在面试过程中保持了镇定。)

“The company retains the right to modify the terms of the agreement.”

(公司保留修改协议条款的权利。)

同义词:keep, maintain, hold, preserve, save

常见短语

retain control — 保持控制权或管理权,不让其失去。

“The government wants to retain control over key industries.”

(政府希望保持对关键行业的控制。)