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Pokey
/pˈoʊki/
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Pokey
noun
1.
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:
clink
,
gaol
,
jail
,
jailhouse
,
poky
,
slammer
.
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Words linked to "Pokey" :
house of correction
,
hoosegow
,
holding cell
,
workhouse
,
lockup
,
hoosgow
,
poke
,
slow
,
bastille
,
correctional institution
,
provincial
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