retirees
|re-tirees|
B2
/rɪˈtaɪəriːz/
(retiree)
people who have stopped working
Etymology
Etymology Information
'retiree' originates from the French word 'retirer,' where 're-' meant 'back' and 'tirer' meant 'to draw or pull.'
Historical Evolution
'retirer' transformed into the English word 'retire,' and eventually became the modern English word 'retiree' to denote someone who has retired.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to withdraw or retreat,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'someone who has stopped working.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
individuals who have stopped working, typically due to reaching a certain age or after a long career.
Many retirees enjoy traveling and spending time with family.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40