Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

drunk-tank

noun

/drʌŋk tæŋk/

Definition

A facility where intoxicated individuals are held temporarily until they are sober.

Examples

The police took him to the drunk-tank after he was found wandering the streets.
She spent a night in the drunk-tank, but it helped her realize she needed to change her drinking habits.
After the party, a few friends ended up in the drunk-tank for being too unruly.

Meaning

The term ‘drunk-tank’ refers to a place, typically within a police station or nearby, where people who are excessively drunk are detained to ensure their safety and sobriety.