About The Word Jailhouse
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Jailhouse
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What's The Definition Of Jailhouse?
[n] 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)
Synonyms | Synonyms for Jailhouse: clink | gaol | jail | slammer Related Terms | Find terms related to Jailhouse: See Also | bastille | correctional institution | holding cell | hoosegow | hoosgow | house of correction | lockup | pokey | workhouse |
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