confinement
Translation
confinement, imprisonment, childbirth, restriction
Examples
He was held in solitary confinement.
He was held in solitary confinement.
The doctor recommended confinement to bed.
The doctor recommended confinement to bed.
Her confinement was a difficult one.
Her confinement was a difficult one.
Grammar Patterns
((in sth.)) in a state of being restricted He was held in solitary confinement.
Similar Words
Synonyms: imprisonment, captivity, restriction; Antonyms: freedom, liberty
Etymology
From Latin 'con-' (together) and 'finis' (end, limit). It literally means 'within limits'.
Memory Tips
Think of being 'con' (with) 'fine' lines or borders you cannot cross. This helps remember the sense of restriction.