Custodial
/ˈkʌstədiəl/
Definitions
- (adj.) Relating to the guardianship or care of a person, especially a child, or property.
The court awarded the mother custodial rights of the child.
- (adj.) Pertaining to the keeping or confinement of a person in custody, such as in a detention or prison setting.
He is currently in custodial detention awaiting trial.
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Commentary
Often used in legal contexts to describe rights or status regarding care or detention; precise use depends on context—family law vs. criminal law.
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