calaboose
The word “calaboose” has 3 syllables: cal-a-boose
It's pronounced as /ˈkæləˌbus/
What is synonym and antonym for calaboose?
In the thesaurus, “calaboose” has 5 synonyms and 1 antonym.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for calaboose along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for calaboose
- jail
- penitentiary
- police headquarters
- prison
- station house
Antonyms for calaboose
- outside
Meanings of calaboose
- noun
- A prison or jail/gaol.
Example Sentences
- The sheriff escorted the prisoner to the calaboose after the trial.
- The old Western town had a small calaboose for temporary confinement of lawbreakers.
- The detective interrogated the suspect in the dimly lit calaboose.
- The town's calaboose was notorious for its cramped and uncomfortable conditions.
- The sheriff locked up the troublemakers in the calaboose overnight.
On this page you'll find 6 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to calaboose, such as: jail, outside, penitentiary, police headquarters, prison, station house.
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