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captivity

Definition

  • noun: the state of being kept in a place (such as a prison or a cage) and not being able to leave or be free
  • noun: the state of being 'captive'
  • synonyms: confinement, subjection, imprisonment

Examples

  • The lions were bred 'in captivity'. [=while living in a zoo]

  • The prisoners were released from 'captivity'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Go back to your husband! Come. Drink. No one woman is worth all this fuss. Well, my lady, as terrible as this captivity is... at least we should be thankful... that so far our honor has been spared. Yes, Bridget. (..)
    1958 The Vikings