Definition of Detainee

a person being held in custody, especially because of his or her political views

Examples of Detainee in a sentence

Because he spoke negatively against the Chinese government, the Chinese regime is holding the detainee against his will.  🔊

After the detainee was cleared of any wrongdoing, he was released from his holding cell and sent on his way.  🔊

The government’s detainee policies state that a person cannot be held in custody without being given a reason.  🔊

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