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DETAINS

(verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Detains.

Detains - as a verb

Deprive of freedom; take into confinement

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
confine
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Stop or halt

Example: "Please stay the bloodshed!"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
delaystay

Cause to be slowed down or delayed

Example: "Traffic was delayed by the bad weather"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
delayhold up
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
decelerateslowslow downslow up
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The police officer detains the suspect for questioning."
"The security guard detains anyone who tries to enter without a proper ID."
"The teacher detains the student after class to discuss their behavior."
"The immigration officer detains illegal immigrants at the border."
"The customs officer detains travelers carrying prohibited items."
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Word Game Points

Is DETAINS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, detains is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DETAINS has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is DETAINS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, detains is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DETAINS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is DETAINS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, detains is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DETAINS has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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