noun
Street Slang
penguin
PENG-gwin · noun · slang
A prison officer, from the black-and-white uniform.
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Definitions
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A prison officer, so called after the black-and-white uniforms once worn by staff.
“Watch it, the penguins are watching the exercise yard today.”
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penguin In A Sentence
Watch it, the penguins are watching the exercise yard today.
Origin & Usage
From the black-and-white colour scheme of traditional prison officer uniforms.
People Also Ask
What is a penguin in prison slang?
A penguin is a prison officer, nicknamed after the black-and-white uniforms staff traditionally wore.
How is penguin used?
It's used when talking about officers on duty, as in 'the penguins are watching the exercise yard today.'
Why are prison officers called penguins?
Because of the black-and-white colour scheme of the traditional prison officer uniform, which resembles a penguin.
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