Pokey (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.
Examples
- The man had spent several months in the county pokey before his trial.
- After the sentencing, he was led away to the local pokey to serve his time.
- The cop explained to the suspect that he would be taking a little trip downtown to the pokey.
- The conditions inside the old pokey were harsh and inhumane, sparking public outcry.
- The judge ordered the defendant to be held in the pokey without bail until further notice.