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Inmate

/ˈɪnmeɪt/
A person who is confined in a prison or similar institution.

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Examples:

The inmate waited for his family to visit.She helps inmates through art and education programs.

Etymology:

etymology
Originating from the late Middle English term in, meaning inside, and mate, from Old English gemæta, meaning companion or one who shares a social duty.

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