retirement
UK: rɪˈtaɪəmənt | US: rɪˈtaɪərmənt
n. the act of leaving one's job and ceasing to work, typically upon reaching a certain age
n. the period of life after retiring from work
n. withdrawal or seclusion from active life or public attention
The word "retirement" originates from the French "retirer" (to withdraw), which combines "re-" (back) and "tirer" (to draw). The suffix "-ment" was added to form a noun indicating the action or result of withdrawing. Initially used in military contexts (16th century) for retreating troops, it later evolved to describe withdrawing from work or public life (17th century). The modern sense of post-career life emerged as societal structures formalized age-based work cessation.
After 40 years of service, she looked forward to a peaceful retirement.
The company offers financial planning for employees approaching retirement.
His retirement from politics surprised the nation.
They moved to a coastal town to enjoy their retirement.
Early retirement requires careful savings management.