About The Word Jailhouse

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Jailhouse

Jailhouse Meaning & Definition
Jailhouse Definition And Meaning

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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