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Meaning of maximum security | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

a prison with more restrictions designed to hold the most dangerous criminals of society; supermax.

uncountable

Examples

“Younis is now serving 30 years in maximum security.”
“Mike Wallace: (Voiceover) […] They were released straight out of maximum security, solitary confinement, and then dropped off at this small-town bus stop nearby.”
“While in maximum security, Glennie has been assaulted four times.”
“...and this is the maximum security level.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

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