retractile

/rəˈtræktl/
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Definitions of retractile
  1. adjective
    capable of retraction; capable of being drawn back
    “cats have retractile claws”
    synonyms:
    retractable
    capable of being pulled back
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    antonyms:
    nonretractile
    not capable of being retracted
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