Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
juvie
noun
/ˈdʒuːvi/
Definition
A slang term for juvenile detention or a facility for young offenders.
Examples
- After getting into trouble with the law, he was sent to juvie for six months.
- The movie depicted a group of friends who spent time in juvie and learned valuable life lessons.
- She always warned her younger brother to stay away from juvie by making better choices.
Meaning
Juvie is often used informally to refer to the place where minors are sent for rehabilitation after committing a crime. It can also relate to the concept of youthfulness, particularly in a negative context associated with rebellion or delinquency.
Synonyms
- juvenile detention
- youth facility
- rehabilitation center
- juvenile hall
