engaol

/ɛnɡɔɪl/

Definitions

1. verb

to confine or imprison someone, especially in a small or cramped space.

“The authorities were accused of engaoling the suspects without a fair trial.”

2. noun

a confined or cramped space, especially one that is difficult to escape from.

“The engaol was so small that it was hard to move around.”

Synonyms

  • confine
  • enclose
  • imprison

Antonyms

  • free
  • liberate
  • release