Prisoners
/ˈprɪzənərz/
Definitions
- (n.) Individuals lawfully detained in a prison or jail pending trial or serving a sentence.
The prisoners were inspected by the correctional officers to ensure security.
Forms
- prisoner
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'prisoners' specifically denotes persons deprived of liberty under judicial authority, distinguishing them from other detainees.
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