Meaning of the word recede in English

What does recede mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

recede

US /rɪˈsiːd/

UK /rɪˈsiːd/

go or move back or further away from a previous position

Example:

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The floodwaters slowly began to recede.

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The coastline appeared to recede as the ship sailed further out.

Synonym:

retreat withdraw ebb subside

Antonym:

advance approach progress

(of a person's hair) stop growing at the front and sides of the head

Example:

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His hairline began to recede in his late twenties.

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Many men experience a receding hairline as they age.

Synonym:

thin diminish withdraw