retractable
adjective/rɪˈtræktəbəl/
Frequency rank: #13,834 most common English word
Meaning
Capable of being drawn back or folded in when not in use.
Example sentence
The cat extended its retractable claws when it felt threatened.
Synonyms & related words
- foldable
- collapsible
- withdrawable
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