Meaning of JAILHOUSE
| Pronunciation: | | 'jeyl`haws
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| | Definition: | | [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) |
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| | Synonyms: | | clink, gaol, jail, slammer |
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| | See Also: | | bastille, correctional institution, holding cell, hoosegow, hoosgow, house of correction, lockup, pokey, workhouse | |
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