jailhouse
6 synonyms for jailhouse, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A building used as a jail.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Simply "jail" plus "house."
Full origin of jailhouse →Frequently asked questions
What does “jailhouse” mean?
The word “jailhouse” means a building used as a jail. In plain terms, an informal, especially American, word for a jail building.
How do you pronounce “jailhouse”?
“Jailhouse” is pronounced JAYL-hows (/ˈd͡ʒeɪlˌhaʊs/ in IPA).
How do you use “jailhouse” in a sentence?
Here is “jailhouse” used in a sentence: “The old jailhouse downtown is now a museum.”
What part of speech is “jailhouse”?
“Jailhouse” is a noun.
