Simple English definitions for legal terms
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A jailer is someone who works in a prison or jail and is responsible for keeping the prisoners safe and secure. They make sure that the prisoners follow the rules and do not escape. Another word for jailer is gaoler.
JAILER
A jailer is a person who is responsible for keeping prisoners in a jail or prison. They are also known as a keeper, guard, or warden.
These examples illustrate how a jailer is responsible for the custody and control of prisoners. They ensure that the prisoners are kept securely and do not pose a threat to themselves or others. The term "gaoler" is also used in British English to refer to a jailer.