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Definition of prisoner

prisoner

/ˈprɪz.nɚ/
pris · on · er
Plural:prisoners
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• noun

1

A person legally committed to a prison or penitentiary as a punishment for a crime or while awaiting trial.

Example

"The prisoner was granted parole after serving five years of his sentence."

2

A person captured and kept confined by an enemy, kidnapper, or other force against their will.

Example

"The diplomatic team worked tirelessly to negotiate the release of the prisoners."

3

A person who feels trapped, restricted, or controlled by an unpleasant situation, emotion, or circumstance.

Example

"Due to his severe anxiety, he became a prisoner in his own home."

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• Rhymes for prisoner

• Nearby Words

prism
prismatic
prison
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priss
prissiness
prissy

Word Origin & Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French prisuner (Old French prisonier), derived from prison ('captivity, dungeon'), ultimately from Latin prensio ('a seizing or arresting').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Prisoner. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/prisoner
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