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There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Detention Home.
Detention Home - as a noun
An institution where juvenile offenders can be held temporarily (usually under the supervision of a juvenile court)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
detention campdetention househouse of detentionExample Sentences
"He was sent to a detention home for stealing."
"The juvenile offender was released from the detention home after serving his sentence."
"The state government plans to invest in building a new detention home for troubled youths."
"The detention home provides education and rehabilitation programs for its residents."
"Her parents decided to enroll her in a detention home to address her behavioral issues."