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prison

/ˈpɹɪzən/ · noun

Meaning

  1. A place or institution of confinement, especially of long-term confinement for those convicted of serious crimes or otherwise considered undesirable by the government.
  2. Confinement in prison.
  3. Any restrictive environment, such as a harsh academy or home.
  4. To imprison.

Etymology / origin

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Sources

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