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Meaning of HOUSE OF DETENTION
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Definition:
[n]
an
institution
where
juvenile
offenders
can
be
held
temporarily
(
usually
under
the
supervision
of
a
juvenile
court
)
Synonyms:
detention camp
,
detention home
,
detention house
See Also:
correctional institution
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