Word | Definitions | Synonyms |
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jail | (noun) 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: clink, gaol, jailhouse, pokey, poky, slammer |
(verb) lock up or confine, in or as in a jail | Synonyms: gaol, immure, imprison, incarcerate, jug, lag, put away, put behind bars, remand |