retrieval
Translation
retrieval, recovery, recall
Examples
Data retrieval from the server was slow.
Data retrieval from the server was slow.
The dog is trained for retrieval.
The dog is trained for retrieval.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) ((from sth.)) the act of getting (sth.) from (sth.) The retrieval of the data from the archive was successful.
Similar Words
Synonyms: recovery, recall, extraction
Etymology
From the verb 'retrieve', which comes from Old French 'retrouver' (to find again), plus the noun-forming suffix '-al'.
Memory Tips
Think of a Golden Retriever dog, which is bred for the 'retrieval' of game.