직장이나 직업을 영구적으로 그만두다. (정년 또는 장기 근속 후)
To leave one's job or occupation permanently, usually upon reaching a certain age or after a long period of service.
예문:
"After forty years in education, she decided to retire and travel the world."
"The CEO announced his plan to retire early next quarter due to health concerns."
"Many people dream of retiring comfortably on a beach somewhere warm."
휴식이나 은둔을 위해 조용하거나 사적인 장소로 물러가거나 떠나다. (또는 잠자리에 들다)
To withdraw or go away to a quiet or private place, often for rest, seclusion, or to go to bed.
예문:
"The exhausted guests decided to retire for the night shortly after dinner."
"When the argument started, he quietly retired to his study to avoid the conflict."
"The jury retired to consider the evidence and reach a verdict."
부채를 상환하거나 취소하다. 또는 화폐, 채권, 주식 등을 유통에서 회수하다.
To pay off or cancel a debt; or, to withdraw currency, bonds, or stock from circulation.
예문:
"The company issued new shares to raise capital needed to retire existing corporate debt."
"Old paper banknotes are gradually retired and replaced by polymer versions."
"The government plans to retire a large portion of its treasury bonds before maturity."