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Meaning of detain

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

detain

Pronunciation:/dɪˈteɪn/

verb

Definitions

  1. To keep someone from proceeding by holding them back or making claims on their attention.

  2. To put under custody.

  3. To keep back or from; to withhold.

  4. To seize goods for official purposes.