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Captive

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Definition

A person or animal that is being held prisoner or captured.

Synonyms & similar words

wrapped intent confined jailed prisoner engrossed absorbed enwrapped imprisoned prisoner captive detainee hostage inmate confined captured trapped imprisoned enslaved subjugated ensnared caught snared restricted bounded impounded seized apprehended incarcerated

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