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de·ten·tion
 detention
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- pronunciation:
- dih
ten
sh
 n
- features:
- Word Explorer, Word Parts
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noun |
| definition: |
the detaining of someone for a short time, either as punishment or until a trial can be held.
He was given detention for starting a fight during recess.The drunk driver is in detention. |
| related words: |
apprehension, arrest, custody |
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