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jailhouse

jail·house

US/ˈd͡ʒeɪlˌhaʊs/ uncommon

noun

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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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From jail + house.

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