Definition of Turnkey

1. Noun. Someone who guards prisoners.

Exact synonyms: Gaoler, Jailer, Jailor, Prison Guard, Screw
Generic synonyms: Keeper, Law Officer, Lawman, Peace Officer
Derivative terms: Gaol, Jail, Jail

Definition of Turnkey

1. n. A person who has charge of the keys of a prison, for opening and fastening the doors; a warder.

Definition of Turnkey

1. a person who has charge of a prison's keys [n -KEYS]

Medical Definition of Turnkey

1. 1. A person who has charge of the keys of a prison, for opening and fastening the doors; a warder. 2. An instrument with a hinged claw, used for extracting teeth with a twist. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Turnkey

turnip
turnip-rooted celery
turnip-rooted parsley
turnip-shell
turniped
turniping
turnips
turnip bed
turnip cabbage
turnip greens
turnip plant
turnix
Turnix
Turnix sylvatica
turnkey (current term)
turnkey (current term)
turnkeys
turnkey system
turnoff
turnoffs
turnon
turnons
turnout
turnouts
turnover
turnover
turnovers
turnover flap
turnover number
turnover rate

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