jailbirds
/ˈdʒeɪlˌbɜrdz/
NOUN
1. Prisoners or former prisoners
People who are currently imprisoned or have previously been imprisoned, especially those with a history of repeated imprisonment.
1.1. People confined in prison
People who are serving sentences or being held in a jail or prison.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- law
- police
Examples
- The local pub was often filled with tales from the reformed jailbirds about life behind bars.
- The jailbirds were transferred to another correctional facility.
Related Words
- jail
- prison
- incarceration
- imprisonment
- detention
- confinement
- custody
- prisoner
1.2. Released prisoners and people under supervision
Former prisoners who have been released from custody, including people on parole or probation.
Synonyms
- parolees
- probationers
Examples
- A support group was formed to help integrate the released jailbirds back into society.
- The program provides employment opportunities for jailbirds returning to their communities.