Synonyms: retraction
Definition: the act of pulling or holding or drawing a part back
Usage: the retraction of the landing gear; retraction of the foreskin
Similar words: motility, motion, move, movement
Definition: a change of position that does not entail a change of location
Usage: the reflex motion of his eyebrows revealed his surprise; movement is a sign of life; an impatient move of his hand; gastrointestinal motility
Synonyms: recantation, retraction, abjuration
Definition: a disavowal or taking back of a previous assertion
Similar words: disavowal, disclaimer
Definition: denial of any connection with or knowledge of