| 释义 |
de·ten·tion
\də̇ˈtenchən, dēˈ-\ noun
(-s)
Etymology: Middle French or Late Latin; Middle French, from Late Latin detention-, detentio retention, from Latin detentus (past participle of detinēre to detain) + -ion-, -io -ion — more at detain
1. : the act or fact of detaining:
a. : a holding in custody
< detention of a tardy pupil after school hours >
b. : a holding back
< the detention of a motorist by a traffic officer >
2. : the state of being detained
< detention in jail >
: enforced delay
< accidental detention on a journey >
especially : a period of temporary custody prior to disposition by a court
< the detention of juvenile delinquents >
3. civil law : a bare physical control without the mental element of intention required for possession |