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Uncommondetained
The correct spelling is detained.
How to pronounce detained
/dɨˈtejnd/
verbIPA: /dɨˈtejnd/
Say it like: Det-ayn-ed
The correct spelling is detained. To keep someone from proceeding by holding them back or making claims on their attention.
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Definition
verb
- 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.
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