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
a person held in custody, especially for political reasons or without being charged with a crime
Example:
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The human rights organization advocated for the release of the political detainee.
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The facility houses several hundred detainees awaiting trial.