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hellhole

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Noun — A place marked by extreme misery, squalor, or unpleasantness.

Etymology

A straightforward compound of "hell" and "hole," first recorded in the 1800s.

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What does “hellhole” mean?

The word “hellhole” means a place marked by extreme misery, squalor, or unpleasantness. In plain terms, a truly miserable or unpleasant place to be.

How do you pronounce “hellhole”?

“Hellhole” is pronounced HEHL-hohl (/ˈhɛlˌhoʊl/ in IPA).

How do you use “hellhole” in a sentence?

Here is “hellhole” used in a sentence: “The old prison was described by inmates as a hellhole.”

What part of speech is “hellhole”?

“Hellhole” is a noun.

Where does the word “hellhole” come from?

The word “hellhole” dates back to around 1800. A straightforward compound of "hell" and "hole," first recorded in the 1800s.

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