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| re·tain·er [ ri táynər ] (plural re·tain·ers) |
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1. fee reserving professional services: a fee paid to reserve the services of a professional, especially an attorney or accountant, whenever needed
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2. holder: a device for holding something in place
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3. dentistry device holding teeth in position: a device for holding a tooth or teeth in position after orthodontic treatment
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4. human resources servant: a paid servant, especially one who has been employed for many years
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5. history follower: in former times, a soldier or other person who supported or was dependent on somebody of high rank
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on (a) retainer paid regularly in order to be consulted whenever necessary, rather than being paid for each job
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