drunk tank

NOUN

cell for drunken prisoners

Synonyms

WEAK

detention cell holding cell jail cell lockup tank

Example Sentences

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In the most recent novels in the series, Bosch has been working as a reserve detective for the cash-strapped San Fernando Police Department where his office is a former drunk tank cell, complete with bars.

From Washington Post • Oct. 30, 2018