return

³return

adj

Definition of RETURN

1

a : having or formed by a change of direction <a return facade> b : doubled on itself <a return flue>

2

a : played, delivered, or given in return <return fire from the enemy> b : taking place for the second time <a return meeting for the two champions>

3

: used or taken on returning <the return road>

4

: returning or permitting return <a return valve>

5

: of, relating to, or causing a return to a place or condition <use the prestamped return envelope>

First Known Use of RETURN

1676