arrestee

Meanings

• noun

  A person who has been apprehended and taken into custody by the police.

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Rhymes

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rehearse , cheese , please

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Variants

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arrestee , arrestees

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Etymology

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From the past participle of arrest, meaning 'to seize or take into custody'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'arrestee' first appeared in English law in the 15th century.

2. In the United States, over 11 million people are arrested each year.

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Related Concepts

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1. Arrest warrant: A legal document issued by a judge or magistrate authorizing the arrest of an individual.

2. Miranda rights: A set of rights that must be read to a person in custody before they are questioned, including the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney.

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Culture

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In literature and film, the term 'arrestee' is often used to refer to a person who has been taken into police custody. This can be a significant turning point in a character's story, leading to exploration of themes such as justice, freedom, and the criminal justice system.

How to Memorize "arrestee"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person being handcuffed and led away by police officers.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the idea of being taken into police custody.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Arrested development' to help remember the word.

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