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The definition of detain

3 Definitions of: detain

1. verb, to delay; hold back; stop
2. verb, to confine or hold in custody; restrain
3. verb, to retain or withhold
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Synonyms:	hold, arrest, confine, restrain, imprison, intern, delay, keep, stop, hamper	And more...

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