1. (noun) detention, detainment, hold, custody
a state of being confined (usually for a short time)
Synonyms: clutch, grip, storage area, delay, keep, cargo hold, detainment, handle, hold, appreciation, handgrip, wait, cargo area, detention, postponement, custody, clasp, cargo deck, clench, clutches, grasp, time lag, hands
2. (noun) custody
holding by the police
Synonyms: detainment, hands, detention, hold
3. (noun) hands, custody
(with `in') guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child
Synonyms: detention, work force, detainment, workforce, custody, hands, manpower, men, hold
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Synonyms and Antonyms of custody 
