cell·block

(sĕl′blŏk′)

A group of cells that make up a section of a prison.

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cellblock

(ˈsɛlˌblɒk)

a group of cells in a prison where prisoners are kept

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cell•block

(ˈsɛlˌblɒk)

n.

a unit or section of a prison consisting of a number of cells.

[1955–60]

ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend:

Noun

cellblock - a division of a prison (usually consisting of several cells)

ward

block - housing in a large building that is divided into separate units; "there is a block of classrooms in the west wing"

jail cell, prison cell, cell - a room where a prisoner is kept

death house, death row - the cellblock in a prison where those condemned to death await execution

prison, prison house - a correctional institution where persons are confined while on trial or for punishment

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