retired

Definition

  • adjective: not working anymore
  • adjective: withdrawn from one's position or occupation
  • synonyms: secluded, private, quiet

Examples

  • She was 'retired' on a fly ball to center field.

  • The pitcher 'retired' seven batters in a row.

  • The general 'was retired' with honors.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Damn it, George. It's your generation, your legacy. I would have thought, if there's any truth in it, you'd want to... I'll keep Peter. And there's a retired Special Branch man, Mendel. I should like to have him. Lift up. And quickly down again. There's a place I know, sir. (..)
    2011 Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy
  • (..) It does mean you're rather well placed to look into this matter for us now, doesn't it? Outside the family. I'm retired, Oliver. You fired me. The thing is, some time ago before Control died, he came to me with a similar suggestion. (..)
    2011 Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy