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(jail-house) 2 syllables

Definition

noun. a building where people are kept as punishment.

Example Sentence

The criminal was sent to the jailhouse.

More Example Sentences

He visited the jailhouse to see his friend.

Synonyms

prison; detention center; lockup

Antonyms

freedom; release

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Rhymes

  • alehouse
  • jailhouse
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