Meaning of the word internee in English

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

internee

US /ˌɪn.tɝːˈniː/
UK /ˌɪn.tɜːˈniː/

Noun

a person who is confined, especially during wartime, or who is held in a camp or prison without trial

Example:
During the war, many foreign nationals were held as internees.
The camp was set up to house political internees.