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Vocabulary Entry
gaol
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A jail or prison.
Example Sentences
"He was sentenced to five years in gaol for his crimes."
"The historical gaol now serves as a museum."
"She spent the night in the gaol before her trial."
V
verb
To imprison or confine someone.
Example Sentences
"The authorities chose to gaol the suspect until the trial."
"She feared that they would gaol him without a fair hearing."
"During the protest, many activists were gaoled for their actions."