Gewahrsam Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Gewahrsam" is used as noun with the meaning of "custody", "detention" or "arrest".

Essential properties of "Gewahrsam"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Gender: masculine
  • Singular: der Gewahrsam
  • Plural: die Gewahrsam

Meanings of "Gewahrsam" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Custody, detention (by authorities)"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er wurde in Gewahrsam genommen.He was taken into custody.
  2. Die Polizei hielt ihn im Gewahrsam fest.The police held him in custody.
  3. Nach der Demonstration kam er in Gewahrsam.After the demonstration, he was taken into custody.

2.) "Care, safekeeping, protection"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Kinder sind in Gewahrsam der Großeltern.The children are in the care of their grandparents.
  2. Das Kunstwerk steht unter Gewahrsam des Museums.The artwork is under the safekeeping of the museum.
  3. Er vertraute seine Dokumente dem Gewahrsam an.He entrusted his documents to safekeeping.
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