Detention
Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Scrabble:10 ptsWWF:12 pts9 letters
Definition of Detention
Noun
- The act of detaining or the state of being detained; hindrance.
- A temporary state of custody or confinement.
"be stuck in detention"
- Confinement of a prisoner awaiting trial.
- A punishment given to a student for a minor infraction, typically requiring the student to report to a designated room during recess or outside of school hours to work on homework or perform busywork.
"be stuck in detention"
- The bare physical control without the mental element of intention required for possession.
Anagrams of Detention
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