Meaning of the word retired in English

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

retired

US /rɪˈtaɪrd/

UK /rɪˈtaɪəd/

having stopped working because of age

Example:

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My grandfather is a retired teacher.

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She plans to live a quiet life as a retired person.

Antonym:

working employed

past tense and past participle of retire

Example:

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He retired from his job after 40 years of service.

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The company retired the old machinery.

Related Word:

retirement retire retirement plan