Imprison
/ɪmˈprɪzən/
Definitions
- (v.) To confine a person legally in a prison as punishment or while awaiting trial.
The court decided to imprison the defendant for five years.
Forms
- imprisons
- imprisoned
- imprisoning
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Commentary
The term 'imprison' specifically denotes lawful confinement following due legal process, distinguishing it from extrajudicial detention.
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