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the box
What does the box mean?
A term for solitary or disciplinary segregation, especially in East Coast and New York systems.
"Two years in the box will make a man talk to the walls."
Origin
From the small, boxed-in feel of a segregation cell; also British usage for the block.
Frequently asked questions
What does the box mean in prison?
It refers to solitary or disciplinary segregation, especially in East Coast and New York prison systems.
Why is solitary called the box?
The name comes from the small, boxed-in feel of a segregation cell.
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