retrieval — the process of getting something back, especially information from a computer system or memory
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the process of getting something back, especially information from a computer system or memory
Pronunciation (IPA): /rɪˈtriːvəl/
Example Sentences
- My dog is better at ball retrieval than I am at password retrieval.
- The retrieval of childhood memories became easier when she visited her old school.
- Google's information retrieval speed is so fast, it makes libraries look like they're moving in slow motion.
retrieval
NOUN[/rɪˈtriːvəl/]
the process of getting something back, especially information from a computer system or memory
A retrieval specialist discovers lost information glowing in a digital archive vault
Retrieval is a festival of arrival — what was lost returns in light, a celebration of recovery
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle French 'retreuver' meaning 'to find again,' which combines 're-' (again) and 'trouver' (to find). The noun form 'retrieval' was created by adding the suffix '-al' to indicate the act or process.
Breakdown
re- (again/back) + triev- (from 'trouver' meaning find) + -al (noun suffix indicating action or process)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My dog is better at ball retrieval than I am at password retrieval.”
“The retrieval of childhood memories became easier when she visited her old school.”
“Google's information retrieval speed is so fast, it makes libraries look like they're moving in slow motion.”
“The company offers 24/7 data retrieval services for emergency situations.”
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