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detention (13 synonym found)

Definition of detention:

(n) : the act of detaining or the state of being detained; a temporary state of custody or confinement, especially of a prisoner awaiting trial, or of a student being punished

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Definition of detention:

(n) : the act of detaining or the state of being detained; a temporary state of custody or confinement, especially of a prisoner awaiting trial, or of a student being punished

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