gaol

gaol - Dictionary definition and meaning for word gaol

Definition
(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 , jail , jailhouse , pokey , poky , slammer
Definition
(verb) lock up or confine, in or as in a jail
Example Sentence
  • The suspects were imprisoned without trial
  • the murderer was incarcerated for the rest of his life

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