1. A retreat, especially in military operations.
2. The iron hook fixed to a casement to pull it shut, or to hold it party open at a fixed point.

1. The action of receding; recession
2. A hidden, secret, or secluded place or part
3. Indentation, cleft; alcove
4. A suspension of business or procedure often for rest or relaxation

1. The act of ceding back; SYN. ceding back.
2. The state of the economy declines; a widespread decline in the gdp and employment and trade lasting from six months to a year.
In economics, a fall in business activity lasting more than a few months, causing stagnation in a country's output.
The average decline has been about 10% although some recessions, such as 1981–82, can be longer and more severe. + prikaži više

ETYM Cf. French retirement.
1. The state of being retired from one's business or occupation.
2. Withdrawal for prayer and study and meditation; SYN. retreat.
3. Withdrawal from one's position or occupation.

ETYM French retraite, from retraire to withdraw, Latin retrahere; pref. re- re- + trahere to draw. Related to Trace, Retract, Retrace.
1. (Military) A bugle call signaling the lowering of the flag at sunset.
2. (Military) A signal to begin a withdrawal from a dangerous position.
3. (Military) Withdrawal to a more favorable position.
4. A place of privacy; a place affording peace and quiet.
In a military action, a rearward movement of forces in response to enemy pressure. Unlike a withdrawal, a retreat involves loss of initiative. + prikaži više

The beneficiary of a pension fund; SYN. pensionary.