retractable /ɹiˈtɹæk.tɪ.bəl/adjective 1noun 1forms 1 adjective1 •Capable of being retracted; retractile.Retractable steps and handrails are provided on each side of the cars. The steps, which are under the control of the guard, are operated by hand levers in the entrance vestibule. — 1952 noun1 •A retractable pen. formsretractables
