1.NounThe act of detaining or the state of being detained; hindrance.
2.NounA temporary state of custody or confinement.
"be stuck in detention"
3.NounConfinement of a prisoner awaiting trial.
4.NounA punishment given to a student for a minor infraction, typically requiring the student to report to a designated room during recess or outside of school hours to work on homework or perform busywork.
"be stuck in detention"
5.NounThe bare physical control without the mental element of intention required for possession.