Definition of "detains" [detains]

• Third-person singular simple present indicative form of detain. (verb)

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• "However, once a law-enforcement officer stops or detains someone, a different standard might apply, experts say."
• "Australia automatically detains asylum seekers while their refugee claims are investigated."
• "Global Voices Online Fiji: Reaction to detention of alleged bloggers Fiji's miilitary government detains and harasses bloggers."