DETAINEE

detainee, political detainee

(noun) some held in custody

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

detainee (plural detainees)

Someone who is detained, especially in custody or confinement.

Source: Wiktionary



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Word of the Day

23 June 2025

PEOPLE

(noun) members of a family line; “his people have been farmers for generations”; “are your people still alive?”


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Coffee Trivia

Plain brewed coffee contains almost no calories, while coffee with dairy products, sugar, and other flavorings is much higher in calories. An espresso has 20 calories. A nonfat latte has 72, while a flavored one has 134.

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