The detention center
Example: Detention center holds individuals awaiting legal proceedings
Definition
"The detention center" is a facility where individuals are held temporarily, typically while awaiting legal proceedings or decisions regarding their custody or immigration status. It serves as a secure location to restrict the freedom of detainees during this period.
Etymology
The term "the detention center" combines 'detention,' from the Latin 'detinere,' meaning 'to hold back,' and 'center,' derived from Latin 'centrum,' meaning 'a point or place of focus.' Together, it refers to a place specifically designated for holding individuals in custody temporarily.
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"The detention center" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Security - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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