Synonyms of gaol

Antonyms of gaol

Collocations of gaol

prison
Frequency: 80 %

The criminal was transferred from gaol to a high-security prison.

escape
Frequency: 70 %

The prisoner attempted to escape from gaol but was caught.

inmate
Frequency: 60 %

The gaol housed many dangerous inmates.

convict
Frequency: 50 %

The convict was released from gaol after serving his sentence.

behind bars
Frequency: 45 %

He spent many years behind bars in gaol for his crimes.

Idiomatic Expressions for gaol

  • Phrase: behind bars
    Meaning: to be in prison
    Usage: After committing the crime, he found himself behind bars in gaol.