retiree

[ri-tahy-ree, -tahyuhr-ee]

noun

1. a person who has retired retired from an occupation or profession.

retiree

/ rɪˈtaɪəˌriː /

noun

1. a person who has retired from work

Word History and Origins

Origin of retiree¹

An Americanism dating back to 1940–45; retire + -ee

Example Sentences

Many retirees remained burned by the steep downturn in both stocks and bonds, causing much hand-wringing about whether the 60/40 portfolio was dead.

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The surge in income could also have an impact on retiree benefits like Medicare and Social Security.

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The so-called longevity risk that retirees will live longer—stemming from advances in biosciences and healthcare—means that insurers need to be on the hunt for longer-term assets, too.

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Some of those choosing to stay home are Canadian snowbirds, retirees who travel south to states like Florida to find warmth in the winter months.

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Yet independent contractors, small-business owners, early retirees and others who buy health insurance on Affordable Care Act marketplaces have far less certainty.

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Related Words

• pensioner 
• senior