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cellblock

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Noun — A section of a prison containing a row or group of cells.

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Etymology

A compound of cell and block.

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What does “cellblock” mean?

The word “cellblock” means a section of a prison containing a row or group of cells. In plain terms, a wing or section of a prison made up of several cells.

How do you use “cellblock” in a sentence?

Here is “cellblock” used in a sentence: “The riot started in the east cellblock.”

What part of speech is “cellblock”?

“Cellblock” is a noun.

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