Definition: To stop the motion of (a person or animal).

Alright class, settle down and let’s take a look! You’ve got a great start with that definition – “to stop the motion of…” That’s part of it, indeed. But "arrested" has a little more to concede! It can mean stopping movement, like a bird in flight, Or holding someone still, with all your might. Think about a runner, slowing down with speed, That's an arrested motion, a momentary deed. But when we talk of people , it’s a different scene, “Arrested” means to be taken into detention keen! It signifies being held by law enforcement true, Because they’ve broken rules and something needs to do. So, “arrested” has two sides, you see, Stopping movement – physically free! And stopping someone - a legal decree! Do you understand the difference now, my dear students? Any questions before we move on further?