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Definition of retiring adjective from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

retiring

adjective
 
/rɪˈtaɪərɪŋ/
 
/rɪˈtaɪərɪŋ/
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  1. preferring not to spend time with other people synonym shy
    • a quiet, retiring man
    • Those of a shy and retiring nature are not suited to this kind of activity.
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