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

  • (..) Willy. Right here. Sure, it is. Willy's fin is flopped over. That's what happens in captivity. Why? Nobody knows. Maybe they need more room to really swim. Then how come (..)
    1993 Free Willy