jailhouse

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Definition Noun : A building or facility where people are legally held in custody, typically by government authorities. This includes individuals who are awaiting trial (and are therefore accused but not yet convicted) and those who have been convicted of a crime and are serving a sentence. Usage The word "jailhouse" is used to refer to the physical building or institution itself. It is a somew...