inmate
Translation
inmate, prisoner, patient
Examples
The inmate was released from prison.
The inmate was released from prison.
He was an inmate of the hospital.
He was an inmate of the hospital.
Grammar Patterns
((an inmate)) a person who is kept in a prison. The inmate was released from prison.
((an inmate)) ((of sth.)) a person living in an institution like a hospital. He was an inmate of the hospital.
Similar Words
Synonyms: prisoner, convict, captive; patient, resident
Etymology
From 'in' + 'mate' (companion). Originally meant someone who shares a dwelling.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'inmate' as a 'mate' who is 'in' an institution like a prison or hospital.