Japanese symbol for “retrieving”

In Japanese, retrieving is リトリーブ (ritoriibu).

Before using these characters for a tattoo, check them with a native speaker. Dictionary words often have several meanings, and the right choice depends on context.

Meanings

1. n, vs reeling in a lure (fishing); retrieving
2. n, vs retrieving (a file, data, etc.) (comp)

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