retreat

nounmasculine/ʁɨˈkuu/high

re·cu·o

Definitions

1The action of moving backwards or withdrawing.

The general ordered a retreat to safer ground.

The glacier's retreat is evidence of global warming.

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ant

Common collocations

tactical retreatfall back

2A space set back from a surface; a recess.

The bookshelf fits perfectly in the wall setback.

Building regulations require a front setback.

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Common collocations

setbackniche

Do latim 'recessus'.