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Uncommoncustody
The correct spelling is custody.
How to pronounce custody
noun
IPA: /ˈkʌstədiː/
Say it like: Cus-tod-ee
The correct spelling is custody. The legal right to take care of something or somebody, especially children. For example: "The court awarded custody to the child's father."
Usage Examples
“The court awarded custody to the child's father.”
“I couldn't pay the bill and now my passport is in custody of the hotel management.”
“He was mistreated while in police custody.”
Definition
noun
- 1.The legal right to take care of something or somebody, especially children.
- 2.Temporary possession or care of somebody else's property.
- 3.The state of being imprisoned or detained, usually pending a trial.
- 4.An area under the jurisdiction of a custos within the Order of Friars Minor.
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