retain etymology

Etymology:

• "Retain" is derived from the Latin word "retinere," meaning "to hold back, keep, or possess."
• It entered English in the 14th century via Old French "retenir."

Meaning:

To retain something means to:

• Keep or hold in one's possession
• Preserve or keep in mind
• Keep in service or employment
• Restrain or hold back

Origin:

The ultimate origin of "retinere" is the Indo-European root "*reik-," which means "to hold, keep, or rule." This root has given rise to various words in different languages, including:

• Sanskrit "riksha" (bear, hold)
• Greek "kreikō" (to hold)
• German "reichen" (to reach)
• English "reach" and "reckon"

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