Workhouse Definition & Meaning
workhouse
- noun
- a poorhouse where able-bodied poor are compelled to labor
- a county jail that holds prisoners for periods up to 18 months
"Workhouse" in song lyrics
See how workhouse is used in real songs:
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"abbey dore workhouse"
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"st.louis city workhouse"
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"hennepin county workhouse"
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Words that rhyme with workhouse
Usage tips for "workhouse"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does workhouse mean?
- a poorhouse where able-bodied poor are compelled to labor a county jail that holds prisoners for periods up to 18 months
- What part of speech is workhouse?
- Workhouse is a noun.
- How many definitions does workhouse have?
- Workhouse has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).