retired

adjective

re·​tired ri-ˈtī(-ə)rd How to pronounce retired (audio)
1
: secluded
a retired village
2
: withdrawn from one's position or occupation : having concluded one's working or professional career
3
: received by or due to one in retirement
retiredly
ri-ˈtī-rəd-lē How to pronounce retired (audio)
-ˈtī(-ə)rd-
adverb
retiredness noun

Examples of retired in a Sentence

hiked out to a retired beach and fished in the surf
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Word History

First Known Use

1585, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of retired was in 1585

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“Retired.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/retired. Accessed 20 Sep. 2024.

Kids Definition

retired

adjective
re·​tired
1
: secluded sense 1
a retired village
2
: not working at active duties or business

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