maximum-security

American  

[mak-suh-muhm-si-kyoor-i-tee] / ˈmæk sə məm sɪˈkyʊər ɪ ti /

adjective

1. designed for or housing prisoners regarded as being very dangerous to society.

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Etymology

Origin of maximum-security

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

Since shortly after his arrest in the 2017 killings of Liberty German, 14, and Abigail Williams, 13, Allen has been held in isolation at the maximum-security Westville Correctional Facility for his protection.

From Washington Times

In gritty, graphic detail, Corbin’s memoir shows readers his journey from teenage gangster to maximum-security prison inmate to co-owner of one of L.A.’s hottest restaurants.

From Los Angeles Times

Several people shipped to the maximum-security prison formed a study group called the Think Tank.

From Slate

The formulation traces its origins back to a think tank—one created inside a maximum-security prison.

From Slate

The Delphi man has been held at the maximum-security Westville Correctional Facility since November.

From Seattle Times