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How to pronounce “retainer”
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Pronunciation guide for retainer
- Learning goal
- Practice the English pronunciation of retainer with real speech in context.
- Available examples
- 8 YouTube examples
- Real speech example
- How to Turn Setbacks into Success
I had at least one client on retainer,
- Definition summary
- Any thing or person that retains.
Example 1 of 8
How to pronounce retainer
How to Turn Setbacks into Success

I had at least one client on retainer,
Example Sentences
A Deep Dive Into “retainer”
Meaning
- [Noun]
- Any thing or person that retains.
- A dependent or follower of someone of rank.
- A paid servant, especially one who has been employed for many years.
- A fee one pays to reserve the other's time for services.
- (dentistry) A device that holds teeth in position after orthodontic treatment.
- (rail transport, mechanical engineering) A retaining valve.
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