cellblock
Cellblock (noun) means a section of a prison containing a row or group of cells. Example: “The riot started in the east cellblock.”
How to use cellblock
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA wing or section of a prison made up of several cells.
Word forms
cellblocks plural
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The riot started in the east _____.
Etymology
A compound of cell and block.
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Frequently asked questions
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.
What is the meaning of cellblock?
"cellblock" (noun) means a section of a prison containing a row or group of cells.