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detention [dɪ'ten(t)ʃ(ə)n] n
law	being retained in custody; When a person is temporarily locked up until the court makes a final decision
mil., abbr.	det; detn
mil., logist.	The act of holding in custody for lawful purposes such as prosecution, maintenance of public safety, or pursuant to legal order. (FRA)