Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Jails.
Jails - as a noun
A correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused persons awaiting trial or convicted persons serving a sentence)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
clink11gaol5jailhouse19pokey14poky13slammer11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
correctional institutionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Jails - as a verb
Lock up or confine, in or as in a jail
Example: "The suspects were imprisoned without trial"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gaol5immure10imprison12incarcerate15jug11lag4put awayput behind barsremand9Example Sentences
"Many people believe that overcrowded jails are a major issue in the criminal justice system."
"The new legislation aims to reduce the population of jails across the country."
"The conditions in some jails can be extremely harsh and inhumane."
"She visits the jails every week to provide support to the inmates."
"The overcrowded jails are a major concern for the government."
Word Game Points
Is JAILS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, jails is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
JAILS has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is JAILS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, jails is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordJAILS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is JAILS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, jails is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordJAILS has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
