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canteen
What does canteen mean?
The store where inmates buy snacks, toiletries, and supplies using funds from their accounts or prison wages.
"Canteen day is the busiest day on the unit."
Origin
From the general sense of a shop selling provisions in an institution.
Frequently asked questions
What is the canteen in prison?
The canteen is the prison store where inmates buy snacks, toiletries, and supplies using funds from their accounts or prison wages.
Is canteen the same as commissary?
Yes, they refer to the same thing: the store selling approved goods to inmates. Different institutions and regions favor one term or the other.
What is canteen day?
Canteen day is the scheduled day inmates can shop, and it is often the busiest day on a unit as everyone stocks up.
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