English Explanatory Dictionary

detaining

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. present participle and gerund of detain
noun
  1. A delay, hindrance, or impediment; the act of holding back.
  2. The act by which someone is detained; detention.

Word forms

detaining detainings

Synonyms

hindrance impediment retarding
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