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custody

Pronunciation: [ˈkʌs.tə.di]

Word

Learn how to use custody in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “law”

(noun) the legal right to take care of someone, usually a child. It means that a person has the responsibility to look after another person and make important decisions for them.

Example

After the divorce, the mother was granted custody of the children.

Example

The father lost custody because he didn't follow the rules set by the court.

Example

Who has custody of the kids after the parents separated?

Context: “security”

(noun) the state of being kept safe or held in a certain place. It can refer to things taken by the police or being held in a secure facility.

Example

The valuable items were kept in custody until the investigation was complete.

Example

The evidence was not in custody, so it could not be used in the trial.

Example

Where is the evidence currently being held in custody?

How to pronounce custody

Pronunciation: [ˈkʌs.tə.di]

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