What does retrieval mean?
Retrieval means The act of retrieving or something retrieved..
Retrieval
/ɹɪˈtɹiːvəl/ · noun
Meaning
The act of retrieving or something retrieved..
Definitions by Sense
- The act of retrieving or something retrieved.
- (computing) The operation of accessing data, either from memory or from a storage device.
- The cognitive process of bringing stored information into consciousness.
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Synonyms for retrieval
Antonyms for retrieval
Related Words
Word Forms
- retrievals
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for retrieval?
Common synonyms include recovery.
What is the opposite of retrieval?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use retrieval in a sentence?
Use retrieval where its definition matches the intended context.
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