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retractile

adjective

capable of retraction; capable of being drawn back

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Word length
10
Starts with
R
Ends with
E
Contains
ET
Scrabble score
12
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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adjective

  1. capable of retraction; capable of being drawn back

    “cats have retractile claws”

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cats have retractile claws

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