Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
detainee
noun
/dɪˈteɪni/
Definition
A detainee is a person who is held in custody or confinement, often in connection with legal or immigration issues.
Examples
- The detainee was permitted to make one phone call to a family member.
- Authorities are responsible for the welfare of each detainee in their care.
- After weeks of waiting, the detainee finally received a court date.
Meaning
The term refers to individuals who are not free due to being held for interrogation, legal proceedings, or other official reasons.
Synonyms
- inmate
- prisoner
- captured person
- arrested individual
