Choky (Noun)
Meaning
British slang (dated) for a prison.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- I've been sent down to the choky for me latest escapades.
- He got 5 years in the choky for armed robbery back in the 60s.
- The judge sentenced him to a spell in the choky for repeat offences.
- My mate's doing time in the choky, he won't be home for Christmas.
- Life inside the choky was harsh, but some say it toughened him up.