Prisoner

Prisoner

Prisoner (/ˈprɪz(ə)nər/), from the Old French prisounier, is a term used to refer to an individual who is kept in prison as a result of a crime they have committed or are suspected of committing.

Etymology

The term "prisoner" originates from the Old French prisounier, which is derived from prison. The term was first used in the 14th century to refer to a person who is kept in custody or confinement.

Related Terms

• Inmate: Another term for a prisoner, often used in the context of a correctional facility.
• Convict: A person found guilty of a crime and serving a sentence in prison.
• Detainee: A person held in custody, especially for political reasons or during a war.
• Felon: A person who has been convicted of a felony, a serious crime.
• Parolee: A prisoner who has been released on parole, which is a temporary or permanent release before the completion of their sentence, on the condition of good behavior.

See Also

• Prison
• Correctional Facility
• Parole
• Probation

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Prisoner
• Wikipedia's article - Prisoner

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