confinement (Meaning)

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confinement (n)

concluding state of pregnancy; from the onset of contractions to the birth of a child

the act of restraining of a person's liberty by confining them

the state of being confined

the act of keeping something within specified bounds (by force if necessary)

FAQs About the word confinement

concluding state of pregnancy; from the onset of contractions to the birth of a child, the act of restraining of a person's liberty by confining them, the state

prison, internment,captivity, incarceration, imprisonment,impoundment, restraint, immurement, restriction, arrest

emancipation, freedom, redemption, redemption, emancipation, liberation, freedom,release, liberation, release

The patient's confinement to bed rest was necessary for a speedy recovery.

The confinement of the prisoners led to tension within the overcrowded cells.

She found solace in writing during her confinement to the hospital.

The confinement of the suspect was extended pending further investigation.