Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Workhouse.
Workhouse - as a noun
A poorhouse where able-bodied poor are compelled to labor
A county jail that holds prisoners for periods up to 18 months
Example Sentences
"The workhouse was a place of confinement for the poor in Victorian England."
"Charles Dickens wrote about the harsh conditions in workhouses in his novels."
"Many children were separated from their families and forced to work in the workhouse."
"In the 19th century, the workhouse was seen as a deterrent to begging and idleness."
"The workhouse provided minimal food and shelter in exchange for labor."
Word Game Points
Is WORKHOUSE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, workhouse is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
WORKHOUSE has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.
Is WORKHOUSE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, workhouse is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordWORKHOUSE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is WORKHOUSE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, workhouse is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordWORKHOUSE has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.
