Meaning of the word detainee in English
What does detainee mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
detainee
US /ˌdiː.teɪˈniː/
UK /ˌdiː.teɪˈniː/
Noun
1.
a person who has been officially ordered to stay in a prison or similar place, especially for political reasons:
Example:
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a political detainee
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