retrieves

verb

1. 1

   To regain or get back something.

   “to retrieve one's character or independence; to retrieve a thrown ball”

2. 2

   To rescue (a creature).

3. 3

   To salvage something

4. 4

   To remedy or rectify something.

5. 5

   To remember or recall something.

6. 6

   To fetch or carry back something.

7. 7

   To fetch and bring in game.

   “The cook doesn't care what's shot, only what's actually retrieved.”

8. 8

   To fetch and bring in game systematically.

   “Dog breeds called 'retrievers' were selected for retrieving.”

9. 9

   To fetch or carry back systematically, notably as a game.

   “Most dogs love retrieving, regardless of what object is thrown.”

10. 10

    To make a difficult but successful return of the ball.

11. 11

    To remedy the evil consequence of, to repair (a loss or damage).