Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gitmo

Noun
ˈɡɪtmoʊ
Definition
A colloquial term referencing the Guantanamo Bay detention camp.
Examples
  • The media frequently covers the legal proceedings of the detainees at Gitmo.
  • Many people have strong opinions about the practices and policies related to Gitmo.
  • Gitmo has become a symbol of the broader debate on national security and human rights.
Meaning
Gitmo is often used informally to discuss the controversial military prison located in Cuba where detainees linked to terrorism have been held.
Synonyms
  • Guantanamo
  • detention camp