Detainee

usgb/ˌdiːteɪˈniː/
noun

A person who is held in custody, especially for political reasons or while waiting for trial.

The police released the detainees after questioning.
Visual representation of "detainee" - A person who is held in custody, especially for political reasons or while waiting for trial.

Often appears as...

  • political detainee
  • prison detainee
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Custody Reason

Detainees are not always guilty; they may be held for various reasons, including investigation.

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Despite being a detainee for weeks, he was later found innocent of the charges.
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Temporary Status

'Detainee' implies temporary confinement, not a long-term or permanent situation.

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The detainee awaited his trial date, hoping to be released soon.
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Not Always Criminal

Being a detainee doesn't necessarily mean the person committed a crime; sometimes the reasons are political.

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The journalist became a political detainee after her controversial report.
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