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Synonyms of jailer

6 similar words

Another word for jailer is guard. Other synonyms of jailer are corrections officer, screw, turnkey, warden and warder.

Synonyms and similar words for jailer

nounOne who enforces confinement in a jail or prison.

corrections officerA jailer.
guard
screw
turnkeyA warder or jailer; a keeper of the keys in a prison.
warden
warder

Meaning of jailer

noun One who enforces confinement in a jail or prison.

Full definition of jailer

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Questions about synonyms of jailer

What is another word for jailer?: Jailer has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as guard, corrections officer, screw, turnkey, warden and warder.
What does jailer mean?: Jailer means one who enforces confinement in a jail or prison.

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Last updated: 2026-09-02

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