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Retirement Definition & Meaning

retirement
noun
  1. the state of being retired from one's business or occupation
  2. withdrawal from your position or occupation
  3. withdrawal for prayer and study and meditation; "the religious retreat is a form of vacation activity"

"Retirement" in song lyrics

See how retirement is used in real songs:

  • "You player ready for retirement"
    Arsonists — Respect the Unexpected
  • "With their cash do they stash for retirement?"
    Asher Roth — The Lounge *
  • "Slugs slap ya dome, put ya in gangsta retirement"
    Black Knights f/ Gemini — Almighty Black Knights

Usage tips for "retirement"

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Frequently asked questions

What does retirement mean?
the state of being retired from one's business or occupation withdrawal from your position or occupation withdrawal for prayer and study and meditation; "the religious retreat is a form of vacation activity"
What part of speech is retirement?
Retirement is a noun.
How many definitions does retirement have?
Retirement has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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