Pronunciation: /rɪˈteɪnə/
noun
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1a thing that holds something in place: a guitar string retainer
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2 (also retaining fee) a fee paid in advance to someone, especially a barrister, in order to secure their services for use when required: he’s on a retainer as a consultant
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British a reduced rent paid to retain accommodation during a period of non-occupancy.
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3a servant, especially one who has worked for a person or family for a long time: faithful family retainers