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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

  • (..) No? Tony, you have to - go to the hospital. - No is a complete answer. - The doctor has to look at you. - I don't have to do anything. I've been in captivity for three months. There are two things I want to do. I want an American cheeseburger, - and the other... - That's enough of that. (..)
    2008 Iron Man