supermax
Supermax (noun) means a prison with the strictest, highest level of security. Example: “He was transferred to a supermax facility after the escape attempt.”
How to use supermax
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe most secure, restrictive type of prison, used for the highest-risk inmates.
Word forms
supermaxes plural
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He was transferred to a _____ facility after the escape attempt.
Etymology
From super- + max, short for "maximum security".
Frequently asked questions
What does “supermax” mean?
The word “supermax” means a prison with the strictest, highest level of security. In plain terms, the most secure, restrictive type of prison, used for the highest-risk inmates.
How do you use “supermax” in a sentence?
Here is “supermax” used in a sentence: “He was transferred to a supermax facility after the escape attempt.”
What part of speech is “supermax”?
Depending on how it is used, “supermax” can be a noun and an adjective.
How many meanings does “supermax” have?
“Supermax” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a prison with the strictest, highest level of security.
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