Retreat
/rɪˈtriːt/noun
The act of withdrawing, especially from danger or an unpleasant situation.
Did you know?In the context of spiritual practices, a 'retreat' can be a sacred space for personal transformation and connection with the divine.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
retractare
“to draw back, withdraw”
Old French
Old French
retraire
“to withdraw, pull back”
14th Century
Middle English
retreaten
“to draw back, retreat”
Modern English
English
retreat
“to withdraw from a position or situation”