jailhouse

Pronunciation:			'jeyl`haws
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	Definition:		[n]  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, jail, slammer
	See Also:		bastille, correctional institution, holding cell, hoosegow, hoosgow, house of correction, lockup, pokey, workhouse