Synonyms for

Retainer

Verb / rɪˈteɪnɜ: / / ri:ˈteɪnɜ: / Another word for retainer — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A retainer is something that holds or keeps something in place, like a device to keep teeth straight after braces.

Synonyms & similar words

consideration servant holder clasp fastener grip grasp brace support clamp anchor lock catch possession restraint control detainment detention sustenance uphold maintenance conservation

Example sentences

  1. The orthodontist gave me a retainer to wear after my braces were removed.
  2. The carpenter used a retainer to secure the wood in place.
  3. The retainer on the water bottle kept it from leaking.
  4. The lawyer requested a retainer from the client before starting the case.

Quotes

  • I thought my braces were bad until I got a retainer.
  • A retainer is like a superhero that keeps your teeth straight.
  • I never knew how important a retainer was until I stopped wearing it and my teeth shifted.

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