1. a prison, especially a local one for people awaiting trial or serving short sentences
Usage: British spelling; archaic

1. to put someone in prison
Usage: British spelling; archaic

Examples

• The old gaol was converted into a museum.
• He was sent to the county gaol for theft.
• The judge decided to gaol the repeat offender.
• Many historic gaols are now tourist attractions.
• The sheriff threatened to gaol anyone who disturbed the peace.
• She visited her brother in the local gaol.
• The authorities will gaol tax evaders.