Definition of detain

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • detain is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 7
  • detain is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 7
  • detain is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 8

Definition of detain


  • cause to be slowed down or delayed (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. delay
    2. hold up
  • deprive of freedom; take into confinement (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. confine
  • stop or halt (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. delay
    2. stay

See definition of detain in Merriam Webster