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trusty
What does trusty mean?
A trusty is an inmate granted responsibilities and privileges by prison authorities; in older cant it also implied a convict who carried tales to the guards.
"As a trusty he had run of the corridors the other inmates never saw."
Origin
American prison slang; from 'trusted' inmate.
Frequently asked questions
What is a 'trusty' in prison?
An inmate given extra responsibilities and privileges by the authorities. In older slang it could also imply a convict who informed on others to the guards.
Where does the term 'trusty' come from?
It's American prison slang derived from 'trusted' inmate.
Is 'trusty' the same as 'trustee'?
They're often used interchangeably in prison contexts, with 'trustee' being a common alternate spelling.
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