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Jailhouse (Noun)

Meaning

A correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused persons awaiting trial or convicted persons serving a sentence).

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Synonyms

  • Slammer
  • Gaol
  • Clink
  • Jail
  • Poky
  • Pokey

Hypernyms

  • Correctional Institution

Hyponyms

  • Hoosegow
  • Workhouse
  • Holding Cell
  • House Of Correction
  • Bastille
  • Lockup
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