retention

/rɪˈtɛnʃən/
noun
  1. The act of keeping or holding something, or the ability to remember information.
    • The company focuses on employee retention by offering better benefits.
    • Water retention in the soil helps plants survive during dry periods.
    • Good study habits improve your retention of new vocabulary words.
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