Synonyms for retrieval

Noun

1. retrieval, computer operation, machine operation

usage: (computer science) the operation of accessing information from the computer's memory

2. retrieval, memory, remembering

usage: the cognitive operation of accessing information in memory; "my retrieval of people's names is very poor"

3. recovery, retrieval, deed, feat, effort, exploit

usage: the act of regaining or saving something lost (or in danger of becoming lost)