| Pronunciation: | 'turn`kee | ||
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| Definition: | [n] someone who guards prisoners | ||
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| Synonyms: | gaoler, jailer, jailor, prison guard, screw | ||
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| See Also: | keeper, law officer, lawman, peace officer | ||
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| Definition: | \Turn"key`\, n.; pl. {Turnkeys}.
1. A person who has charge of the keys of a prison, for
opening and fastening the doors; a warder.
2. (Dentistry) An instrument with a hinged claw, -- used for
extracting teeth with a twist.
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