noun

withdrawal

Translation

withdrawal, retreat, revocation

I need to make a cash withdrawal.

The withdrawal of troops has begun.

He is suffering from drug withdrawal.

Her sudden withdrawal from the team surprised everyone.

((a/the)) withdrawal ((of sth.)) ((from sth.)) The withdrawal of troops from the region is complete.

((a/the)) withdrawal ((from sth.)) His withdrawal from the race was unexpected.

((to make)) a withdrawal I need to make a withdrawal from my account.

Synonyms: removal, retreat, extraction; Antonyms: deposit, advance, entry

From the prefix 'with-' (away, back) and the verb 'draw' (to pull). Literally 'a pulling back'.

Think of 'drawing' money 'with' you from the bank, or an army 'drawing' back from a position.