inmate
noun
a person who is confined in a prison, hospital, etc.
inmates
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pluralof inmate.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Only 13 inmates have been killed since voters reinstated the death penalty in 1978.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 5, 2026
He said the decision to issue a blanket commutation for all death row inmates came down to not differentiating among those affected by heinous acts.
From Barron's ● Nov. 5, 2026
Luna remains further above the political fray, favoring plain-spoken assertions about his commitment to the rights and safety of county residents, deputies and inmates alike.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 31, 2026
Despite the formidable odds stacked against him he still prepares carefully for every court appearance, taking part in his own defence and helping other inmates with theirs.
From BBC ● Oct. 30, 2026
“LaToya, search the binder for inmates, last name Martin.”
From "Like Vanessa" by Tami Charles
