retractable
UK/rɪ'træktəbl/US/ri'træktәbl/
B1
Definitions
adj.
Able to be pulled back in or folded away
可伸缩的，可收回的
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedretractagain, back
+
-ablepull, drag, draw
=retractable
retract + -able = 'able to be pulled back.' Describes things designed to fold or pull in: a retractable roof, leash, or pen tip.
Common Collocations
- 1.retractable roof可伸缩屋顶
- 2.retractable landing gear可收放起落架
- 3.retractable leash伸缩式牵引绳
Example Sentences
- 1.
The stadium has a retractable roof for rainy days.