Definition of Retainer

a thing that holds something else in place

Examples of Retainer in a sentence

The musician used a retainer to hold his guitar string in place.  🔊

At my next appointment, my dentist will install a retainer to make sure my teeth don’t shift.  🔊

All of the attorneys at the firm require a 5,000-dollar retainer to hold your spot as a client.  🔊

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