Detention Definition & Meaning
detention
- noun
- a state of being confined (usually for a short time); "his detention was politically motivated"; "the prisoner is on hold"; "he is in the custody of police"
- a punishment in which a student must stay at school after others have gone home; "the detention of tardy pupils"
"Detention" in song lyrics
See how detention is used in real songs:
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"Smoking cigarettes skipping class catching detention"
Alchemist f/ Twin — Different Worlds -
"... or get sent to detention"
Apache — Do Fa Self -
"A bad muthafucka, stayed in detention"
Beretta 9 f/ Hell Razah, Lord Superb — Showdown
Words that rhyme with detention
Usage tips for "detention"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "detention" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for detention to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does detention mean?
- a state of being confined (usually for a short time); "his detention was politically motivated"; "the prisoner is on hold"; "he is in the custody of police" a punishment in which a student must stay at school after others have gone home; "the detention of tardy pupils"
- What part of speech is detention?
- Detention is a noun.
- How many definitions does detention have?
- Detention has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).