- retract⇄adj. retractable.
- retract⇄retract, transitive verb.
1. to draw back or in.
Ex. to retract a plane's landing gear. The kitten retracted her claws and purred when I petted her. The dog snarled and retracted his lips.
2. to withdraw; take back.
Ex. to retract - retract⇄v.i. 1. to be able to draw back or in.
Ex. claws that retract.
2. to make a withdrawal; be taken back.