Meaning of retire

Definition of retire

(verb) go into retirement; stop performing one's work or withdraw from one's position; "He retired at age 68"

withdraw from active participation; "He retired from chess"

pull back or move away or backward; "The enemy withdrew"; "The limo pulled away from the curb"

withdraw from circulation or from the market, as of bills, shares, and bonds

break from a meeting or gathering; "We adjourned for lunch"; "The men retired to the library"

make (someone) retire; "The director was retired after the scandal"

dispose of (something no longer useful or needed); "She finally retired that old coat"

lose interest; "he retired from life when his wife died"

cause to be out on a fielding play

cause to get out; "The pitcher retired three batters"; "the runner was put out at third base"

prepare for sleep; "I usually turn in at midnight"; "He goes to bed at the crack of dawn"

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