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imprison

Pronunciation: /ɪmˈprɪz(ə)n/

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Definition of imprison

verb

[with object]
  • put or keep in prison or a place like a prison:he was imprisoned three times for his activities

Origin:

Middle English emprison, from Old French emprisoner, from em- 'in' + prison

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