détenir
French → English
(possession) Hold/Possess: to have or keep something in one's possession or control
Cette entreprise détient le monopole de la distribution d'électricité dans la région.
(English) This company holds the monopoly on electricity distribution in the region.
Il détient les documents secrets qui pourraient prouver la vérité.
(English) He holds the secret documents that could prove the truth.
(law) Detain/Hold: to keep someone in official custody or prison
Le suspect a été détenu par la police pendant vingt-quatre heures pour interrogatoire.
(English) The suspect was detained by the police for twenty-four hours for questioning.
On l'a détenu arbitrairement sans lui permettre de voir un avocat.
(English) He was detained arbitrarily without being allowed to see a lawyer.
Entry ID: fr:en:détenir · Source: refined · Type: vocabulary