retractile (Meaning)
Wordnet
retractile (a)
capable of retraction; capable of being drawn back
Webster
retractile (a.)
Capable of retraction; capable of being drawn back or up; as, the claws of a cat are retractile.
Synonyms & Antonyms of retractile
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retractile Sentence Examples
- The chameleon's retractile tongue can extend several times the length of its body.
- The lionfish has venomous spines that are retractile when not in use.
- The armadillo's tough shell is made of retractile plates.
- The snail's eyes are retractile and can be extended or retracted at will.
- The giraffe's neck is incredibly retractile, allowing it to reach high branches.
- Some species of fish have retractile fins that can be hidden when not needed.
- The kangaroo's pouch is a retractile skin fold that provides a safe haven for its young.
- The retractable landing gear of an aircraft allows it to retract its wheels into the fuselage during flight.
- The telescope's lens is retractile, enabling it to be adjusted to different focal lengths.
- The retractable claws of a cat protect its sharp points when not extended.
FAQs About the word retractile
capable of retraction; capable of being drawn backCapable of retraction; capable of being drawn back or up; as, the claws of a cat are retractile.
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The chameleon's retractile tongue can extend several times the length of its body.
The lionfish has venomous spines that are retractile when not in use.
The armadillo's tough shell is made of retractile plates.
The snail's eyes are retractile and can be extended or retracted at will.
