detentions (0 synonym found)

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Definition of detentions:

(n) : (countable) A temporary state of custody or confinement.
(n) : (pedagogy) A punishment given to a student for a minor infraction, typically requiring the student to report to a designated room during recess or outside of school hours to work on homework or perform busywork.
(n) : (law) Confinement of a prisoner awaiting trial.
(n) : (uncountable) The act of detaining or the state of being detained; hindrance.
(n) : (civil law) The bare physical control without the mental element of intention required for possession.
(n) : A locality in Circular Head Council, north western Tasmania, Australia.
Definition of detentions:

(n) : (countable) A temporary state of custody or confinement.
(n) : (pedagogy) A punishment given to a student for a minor infraction, typically requiring the student to report to a designated room during recess or outside of school hours to work on homework or perform busywork.
(n) : (law) Confinement of a prisoner awaiting trial.
(n) : (uncountable) The act of detaining or the state of being detained; hindrance.
(n) : (civil law) The bare physical control without the mental element of intention required for possession.
(n) : A locality in Circular Head Council, north western Tasmania, Australia.
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