Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Custody.
Custody - as a noun
A state of being confined (usually for a short time)
Example: "His detention was politically motivated"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
detainmentdetentionholdHolding by the police
Example: "The suspect is in custody"
(with `in') guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child
Example: "My fate is in your hands"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
handsExample Sentences
"The mother was awarded full custody of the children in the divorce settlement."
"The suspect was taken into custody by the police."
"The orphan was placed in the custody of a loving foster family."
"The judge granted joint custody to both parents."
"The child was removed from their parent's custody due to neglect."
Word Game Points
Is CUSTODY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, custody is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CUSTODY has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is CUSTODY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, custody is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCUSTODY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is CUSTODY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, custody is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCUSTODY has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.