retrieval
word
Definition
The act or process of getting something back, especially information or objects that were lost, stored, or hard to reach.
Usage & Nuances
Formal and technical term; often used in computing ("data retrieval"), memory science, or logistics. Not used for living beings ('rescue' is used for people). Common collocation: 'information retrieval', 'data retrieval', 'file retrieval'.
Example Sentences
The retrieval of lost files took several hours.
basic
He is responsible for the retrieval of data from the database.
basic
Good memory helps with quick retrieval of information.
basic
Retrieval of your package might require showing identification at the counter.
natural
A search engine makes retrieval of information from the internet much easier.
natural
Advances in technology are improving the speed of retrieval in large databases.
natural