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1. detention
noun. ['dɪˈtɛnʃən'] a state of being confined (usually for a short time).
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Rhymes with Detention
- misapprehension
- comprehension
- condescension
- reinvention
- hypotension
- hypertension
- apprehension
- suspension
- prevention
- pretension
- extension
- convention
- contention
- retention
- laurentian
- invention
- dissension
- dimension
- attention
- ascension
- tension
- pension
- mention
- henschen
- gentian
Sentences with detention
1. Noun, singular or mass
Those who overstay their visa may be fined and face detention.
