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internee

/ˈɪntəniː/ noun · British & US
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What does internee mean?

noun

A person who is detained or imprisoned, especially during a war or conflict, often for political or ideological reasons. A person who is temporarily confined or restricted, often for their own protection or for the protection of others.

Example

"The internee was released after being held for several months without charge."

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