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prison

noun
/ˈprɪzən/

Meaning

a building where people are kept as punishment for a crime or while waiting for trial

Example Sentences

He was sent to prison for his crimes.

Synonyms

jail, penitentiary, correctional facility, lockup

Antonyms

freedom, liberty, release

Collocations

prison sentence, prison cell, go to prison

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