What is another word for gaolbird?

Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈe͡ɪlbɜːd] (IPA)

Gaolbird, or jailbird, refers to someone who is or has been a frequent inmate of jail or prison. There are various synonyms that can be used to describe such a person. One term used is a "convict," which describes someone who has been found guilty of a crime and sentenced to imprisonment. Another term is an "offender," which encompasses those who have broken the law and been punished for their actions. "Inmate" is a more general term that can be used to describe anyone who is restricted or detained within a facility, including those in jail or prison. Other synonyms include "detainee," "prisoner," and "criminal".

What are the hypernyms for Gaolbird?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Gaolbird?

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Usage examples for Gaolbird

He's picked up with some wicked, designing female, whose father's certain to be a-a-gaolbird-or, anyway, ought to be.
"The Son of his Father"
Ridgwell Cullum
At that time I was singular in having so close a relation as yet unknown, but before the end came, as new prisoners dropped in, there were quite a band of us gaolbird fathers.
"A Prisoner in Turkey"
John Still

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