retained (Adjective) — Continued in your keeping, use or memory. ex. "in...the retained pattern of dancers and guests remembered"
retained (Verb) — Hold back within. ex. "This soil retains water" ex. "I retain this drug for a long time" ex. "the dam retains the water"
retained (Verb) — Allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature. ex. "She retains a lawyer" ex. "this garment retains its shape even after many washings"
retained (Verb) — Secure and keep for possible future use or application. ex. "The landlord retained the security deposit"
retained (Verb) — Keep in one's mind. ex. "I cannot retain so much information"