What does retrace mean?
Retrace means (transitive) To trace (a line, etc. in drawing) again..
Retrace
/ɹiːˈtɹeɪs/ · verb
Meaning
(transitive) To trace (a line, etc. in drawing) again..
Definitions by Sense
- (transitive) To trace (a line, etc. in drawing) again.
- (transitive) To go back over something, usually in an attempt at rediscovery.
- (intransitive, finance) To undergo retracement.
- (television) The period when the beam of the cathode-ray tube returns to its initial horizontal position in order to start the next line of the display.
- (finance) An instance of retracement.
Example Sentences
He retraced his steps, and found his keys where he had dropped them.
Instead of retracing my route, I have elected to walk across Blackpool to the town's remaining large station, although even this has been greatly reduced in size.
Synonyms for retrace
Antonyms for retrace
Related Words
Word Forms
- retraces
- retracing
- retraced
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for retrace?
Common synonyms include trace, construct, reconstruct.
What is the opposite of retrace?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use retrace in a sentence?
He retraced his steps, and found his keys where he had dropped them.
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