quod

Definition

A quadrangle or court, as of a prison; a prison.

Etymology

Abbreviation of quadrangle; originally (17th century) referring to the quadrangles of Newgate Prison, London.

Example Sentences

• "1863, Punch, quoted in 1995, Seán McConville, English Local Prisons, 1860-1900: Next Only to Death, page 69, […] not the poorer classes merely, but the rich will be desirous to enjoy the mingled luxury and comfort of a gaol: and we shall hear of blasé Swells become burglars and garotters as a prelude to a prison, and, instead of taking tours for restoration of their health, recruiting it more cheaply by a residence in quod."
• "[…]and declined their escort, desiring to be conducted to “quod” by the gallant South Australian police,[…]."
• "From 1855-1903 a chapel was built, the boat shed and holding cell constructed, Government House was constructed as a summer residence for the Governor and the Quod (slang for prison) was constructed."