Detainee
/dɪˈteɪniː/
Definitions
- (n.) A person held in custody, especially by law enforcement or military authorities.
The detainee was granted access to legal counsel shortly after arrest.
Forms
- detainees
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Commentary
The term 'detainee' typically refers to a person deprived of liberty but not necessarily convicted of a crime, distinguishing it from 'prisoner'.
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