Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gaoler
noun
/ˈdʒeɪlər/
Definition
A person responsible for the care and custody of prisoners, especially in a jail or prison.
Examples
- The gaoler checked the prisoners’ cells every hour to ensure their safety.
- In historical dramas, the gaoler is often portrayed as a stern figure.
- Many novels depict the life of a gaoler as lonely and filled with challenges.
Meaning
The term refers to an individual whose job is to supervise incarcerated individuals, ensuring their security and managing their daily activities within a correctional facility.
Synonyms
- jailer
- warden
- prison guard
