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Cracking the cellblock code: are you fluent in prison slang?

Decoding the wild language behind bars

Cracking the cellblock code: are you fluent in prison slang?
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05/09/2024 14:00 ‧ 9 months ago | StarsInsider

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Inmates have their own language that allows them to talk about their day-to-day life behind bars. From talking about what's going on to describing the things around them and the people they interact with, this jargon is like their secret code. It's a whole different kind of vocabulary behind prison walls!

So if you've ever been curious about the ins and outs of terms like "porcelain termite" and "shank" in the slammer, dive into the gallery to get the lowdown.  Fans of prison dramas like 'Oz,' 'Prison Break,' or 'Orange Is the New Black', you're in for a treat!

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