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CUSTODY

(noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Custody.

Custody - as a noun

A state of being confined (usually for a short time)

Example: "His detention was politically motivated"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
detainment13detention10hold8

Holding by the police

Example: "The suspect is in custody"

(with `in') guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child

Example: "My fate is in your hands"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hands9

Example Sentences

"The mother was awarded full custody of the children in the divorce settlement."
"The suspect was taken into custody by the police."
"The orphan was placed in the custody of a loving foster family."
"The judge granted joint custody to both parents."
"The child was removed from their parent's custody due to neglect."
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Word Game Points

Is CUSTODY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, custody is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CUSTODY has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is CUSTODY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, custody is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CUSTODY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is CUSTODY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, custody is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CUSTODY has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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