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Internment

Noun CEFR B2
ɪnˈtɝnmənt

Definitions

The state of being imprisoned, usually without trial.

countable, uncountable

Equivalents

Françaisinternement
日本語入所抑留
6 more languages
العربيةالحجز
한국어억류

Examples

Policies that favor criminalization and internment are promoted over support for social transformation and equity.”
Nevertheless, the economic and emotional effects of the internment were severe, and the United States Government has yet to make good on its promises of reparations.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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