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Lockup

Noun:

1. A secure place where individuals are confined; typically used to house prisoners.

Example sentence: The criminal was sentenced to ten years in the lockup.

2. A situation where someone is temporarily confined, usually against their will.

Example sentence: After causing a disturbance, he was placed in a lockup for his own safety.

3. A storage space or area for keeping valuable or important items securely locked.

Example sentence: The lockup for the museum's artifacts was equipped with state-of-the-art security measures.

4. A temporary period during which assets or funds are inaccessible or unavailable for use.

Example sentence: The company's assets were put in lockup during the bankruptcy proceedings.

Verb:

1. To lock or securely fasten something in place.

Example sentence: Please lockup the office before leaving for the night.

2. To temporarily confine someone in a secure place.

Example sentence: The police decided to lockup the suspect until they completed their investigation.

Adjective:

1. Referring to a situation or event that involves police custody or confinement.

Example sentence: The attorney visited the lockup area to meet with his client.