Meaning & use

semiretired

adjective·Everyday

Having largely, but not completely, stopped working, often by reducing hours or taking on occasional projects.

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After selling his company, he became semiretired and now consults a few days a month.

The semiretired doctor still sees a handful of patients each week.

A note on using this word

Semiretired describes a gradual step down from full-time work rather than a complete stop.

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