detent – English–Español translations

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detention noun

  /dɪˈtɛnʃn̩/
  • holding in one's control with no intention to possess
 mera tenencia
  • custody of a prisoner awaiting trial
  • punishment given to a student for a minor infraction
 detención

detent noun

  /dɪˈtɛnt/ , /ˈdiːtɛnt/
  • which locks or unlocks a movement
 detenedor, retén
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