Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cellmate
Noun
/ˈsɛl.meɪt/
Definition
A cellmate is a person who shares a cell with another person, typically in a prison or jail.
Examples
- After being incarcerated, he had to adjust to life with his new cellmate.
- Cellmates often share stories about their lives outside of prison.
- The two cellmates became close friends during their time together.
Meaning
The term refers to an inmate who occupies the same small living space or room as another inmate, often leading to interactions and relationships formed under confinement.
Synonyms
- Co-inmate
- Companion
- Fellow prisoner
