Meaning of the word imprison in English

What does imprison mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

imprison

US /ɪmˈprɪz.ən/
UK /ɪmˈprɪz.ən/
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Verb

1.

to put someone in prison or in another place from which they cannot escape

Example:
The government decided to imprison the political dissidents.
He was imprisoned for five years for fraud.
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