8 Synonyms for Detain: withhold, encage

detain (8 synonym found)

Detain has 8 synonyms. The top synonyms for detain are withhold, encage, pen up, hold in custody, keep in detention, hold in restraint, keep in custody, bog down. Another word for detain is withhold. Browse the full list below.

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What is a synonym for detain?

A common synonym for detain is withhold. Other synonyms include encage, pen up, hold in custody, keep in detention.

How many synonyms does detain have?

Detain has 8 synonyms listed on Thesaurasize.

What does detain mean?

(v): to put under custody

Definition of detain:

(v) : to put under custody

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