Reincarceration
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Reincarceration is a noun meaning A second or subsequent incarceration.
Meaning
A second or subsequent incarceration.
Example Sentences
The Pew report recommended diverting nonviolent offenders away from prison and using punishments short of reincarceration for minor or technical violations of probation or parole.
Word Forms
- reincarcerations
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include reinfestation, recidivism, reinclusion, reinjury, retreatment, reincision.
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