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captivity
noun cap·tiv·i·ty \kap-ˈti-və-tē\
: the state of being kept in a place (such as a prison or a cage) and not being able to leave or be free : the state or condition of being captive
Full Definition of CAPTIVITY
1
: the state of being captive <some birds thrive in captivity>
2
obsolete : a group of captives
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First Known Use of CAPTIVITY
14th century
Related to CAPTIVITY
- Synonyms
- internment, confinement, immurement, impoundment, imprisonment, incarceration, prison
CAPTIVITY Defined for Kids
captivity
noun cap·tiv·i·ty \kap-ˈti-və-tē\
Definition of CAPTIVITY for Kids
: the state of being held prisoner : the state of being captive
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