The meaning of RETRACTION is an act of recanting; specifically : a statement made by one retracting. How to use retraction in a sentence.

RETRACTION meaning: 1. the act of taking back an offer or statement, or admitting that a statement was false: 2. the…. Learn more.

RETRACTION meaning: 1 : a statement saying that something you said or wrote at an earlier time is not true or correct; 2 : the act of moving something back into a larger part that usually covers it the act of …

retraction (rɪˈtrækʃən) n 1. the act of retracting or state of being retracted 2. the withdrawal of a statement, charge, etc

withdrawal of a promise, statement, opinion, etc. His retraction of the libel came too late

Dec 17, 2025 · retraction (countable and uncountable, plural retractions) An act or instance of retracting. A statement printed or broadcast in a public forum which effects the withdrawal of an earlier …

A clear and complete retraction will usually end the right of the defamed party to go forward with a libel lawsuit. In most states the plaintiff must request a retraction before filing suit, in order to give the …

• If I don't get a retraction, I am going to take legal action. • Crisis never acknowledged my letter or printed a retraction. • A retraction would be broadcast when a new series of the programme begins in …

Definition of retraction noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

retraction definition: act of pulling something back. Check meanings, examples, usage tips, pronunciation, domains, and related words. Discover expressions like "retraction ring", "clot retraction".