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internee

/ˌɪn.tɚˈniː/
in · tern · ee
Plural:internees
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• noun

1

A person who is confined or detained in a camp or prison, especially for political or military reasons during wartime without a formal trial.

Example

"The historical museum features personal letters and artwork created by former internees during the war."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'internee' (a person who is confined or detained, especially during wartime) with 'intern' (a student or trainee working to gain practical professional experience).

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the early 20th century from the verb 'intern' (derived via French 'interner' from Latin 'internus', meaning 'inward' or 'internal') combined with the suffix '-ee', denoting the person undergoing the action.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Internee. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/internee
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