Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cell-block
noun
/ˈsɛl blɒk/
Definition
A section of a prison where multiple jail cells are located.
Examples
- The guard walked through the cell-block to ensure everything was in order.
- Each cell-block had its own set of rules and regulations for the inmates.
- In the high-security prison, the cell-block was designed to minimize any escape attempts.
Meaning
A cell-block is a physical structure in a correctional facility that contains several cells for housing inmates, usually arranged in a way that allows security personnel to monitor them effectively.
Synonyms
- prison wing
- inmate block
- detention area
