Detain

verb
dɪ'teɪn

Verb

  • cause to be slowed down or delayed

    Similar:Delay
    Type of:RetardSlowDecelerate

  • stop or halt

    Similar:DelayStay
    Type of:CheckRetardDelay

  • deprive of freedom; take into confinement

    Similar:Confine

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