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Definition:

A house of detention refers to a facility where individuals are confined, typically while awaiting trial or after being convicted of a crime.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun: The physical structure or building used for detaining individuals.

Senses:

• Sense 1: A facility where arrested individuals are temporarily held before trial or after sentencing.

Usages:

Popular:

1. The house of detention in the town is known for its overcrowding issues.

2. She spent a night in the house of detention after her arrest.

Local:

1. The new house of detention built in the neighborhood will alleviate the burden on surrounding jails.

2. The residents have been protesting against the proposed house of detention due to concerns about safety.

Sample Sentences:

1. The suspect was immediately taken to the nearest house of detention.

2. The judge ordered the defendant to be held in the house of detention until the trial begins.

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