Custody

Custody

/หˆkสŒstษ™di/
Noun General British

While international, British ‘in custody’ (arrested) vs ‘in police custody’ shows police involvement emphasis.

Etymology & History

British police detention or child care. British dual legal and family meaning. Police custody British holding. Child custody British family law. Reflects British legal terminology.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
โœ“
Language
Mild
๐Ÿ’ฌ
Formality
Formal
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