Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
jailbird
noun
/ˈdʒeɪlˌbɜrd/
Definition
A person who has been imprisoned or who frequently gets in trouble with the law.
Examples
- After spending several years in prison, he was labeled a jailbird by his friends.
- The movie tells the story of a jailbird who finds redemption after being released.
- Many people saw him as a jailbird, but he was trying to turn his life around.
Meaning
The term is often used informally and can carry a humorous or derogatory connotation, depending on the context.
Synonyms
- Felon
- Criminal
- Convict
- Inmate
