Detainer

[di'teinә]

Definition

(n.) One who detains.

(n.) The keeping possession of what belongs to another; detention of what is another's, even though the original taking may have been lawful. Forcible detainer is indictable at common law.

(n.) A writ authorizing the keeper of a prison to continue to keep a person in custody.

Checker: Muriel

Synonyms and Antonyms

[See DEFAME]

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