détention — meaning in English
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English meaning
Senses
détention is used for these senses in English:
- custody Temporary possession or care of somebody else's property.
- custody The state of being imprisoned or detained, usually pending a trial.
- detention (uncountable) The act of detaining or the state of being detained.
- detention (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.
- detention (civil law) The bare physical control without the mental element of intention required for possession.
custody — full definition
- noun The legal right and responsibility to care for someone, especially a child.
- noun The state of being held by police, usually before a trial.
detention — full definition
- noun The state of being held in official custody, especially while awaiting trial.
- noun A school punishment requiring a student to stay behind after hours.