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Detainer Definition

noun

A withholding from the rightful owner of property that has lawfully come into the possession of the current holder.
from The American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition
A writ authorizing the further detention of a person in custody, pending further action.
from The American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition
The detention of a person, especially in custody.
from The American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition
The act of keeping something in one's possession.
from Free Scrabble Dictionary
The withholding from the rightful owner of something that has lawfully come into the possession of the holder.
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retained

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