calabooses
The word “calabooses” has 4 syllables: ca-la-boos-es.
It's pronounced as /ˈkæləˌbusɪz/.
What is synonym and antonym for calabooses?
In the thesaurus, “calabooses” has 6 synonyms and 1 antonym.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for calabooses along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for calabooses
- jails
- penitentiaries
- penitentiary
- police headquarters
- prisons
- station house
Antonyms for calabooses
- outsides
Meanings of calabooses
- noun
- A prison or jail/gaol.
Example Sentences
- The old western town had several calabooses to hold lawbreakers.
- The sheriff locked up the rowdy cowboys in the calabooses for the night.
- The historian studied the architecture of the town's historic calabooses.
- Tourists marveled at the rustic charm of the restored calabooses in the museum.
- The townsfolk shared stories of the notorious outlaws who had been held in the calabooses.
On this page you'll find 7 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to calabooses, such as: jails, outsides, penitentiaries, penitentiary, police headquarters, prisons, station house.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.