CUSTODY

/ˈkʌstədiː/ Scrabble 13 Words With Friends 14

Definition

  1. noun a state of being confined (usually for a short time). — synonyms: detention, detainment, hold
  2. noun holding by the police.
  3. noun (with `in') guardianship over. — synonyms: hands

Examples

  • “The court awarded custody to the child's father.”
  • “I couldn't pay the bill and now my passport is in custody of the hotel management.”
  • “He was mistreated while in police custody.”

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