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DETAINER

(noun)
There are 2 meanings of the word Detainer.

Definitions

Detainer - as a noun

The right to keep a person, or a person's goods or property, against his will. a type of custody.

One who detains.

Example Sentences

"The police issued a detainer for the suspect's immediate arrest."
"The prisoner challenged the legality of his detainer in court."
"The immigration authorities placed a detainer on the undocumented immigrant."
"The detainer prevents the individual from being released on bail."
"The landlord filed a detainer against the tenant for unpaid rent."
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Word Game Points

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

DETAINER has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is DETAINER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, detainer is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DETAINER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is DETAINER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, detainer is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DETAINER has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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