1. (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Retire.

2. (a.) Reserved; shy; not forward or obtrusive; as, retiring modesty; retiring manners.

3. (a.) of or pertaining to retirement; causing retirement; suited to, or belonging to, retirement.

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