Section

Section

British slang for detention under Mental Health Act section.

Etymology & History

British mental health detention or part. British dual psychiatric and general meaning. 'Sectioned' = detained under Mental Health Act British. Division British also. Reflects British mental health law.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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