Prisoner vs. Detainee

Prisonernoun

A person incarcerated in a prison, while on trial or serving a sentence.

Detaineenoun

Someone who is detained, especially in custody or confinement.

Prisonernoun

Any person held against their will.

Detaineenoun

some held in custody

Prisonernoun

One who is confined in a prison.

Prisonernoun

A person under arrest, or in custody, whether in prison or not; a person held in involuntary restraint; a captive; as, a prisoner at the bar of a court.

‘Prisoner of Hope thou art, - look up and sing.’;

Prisonernoun

a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war

Prisoner

A prisoner (also known as an inmate or detainee) is a person who is deprived of liberty against their will. This can be by confinement, captivity, or forcible restraint.