Meaning of the word madhouse in English
What does madhouse mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
madhouse
US /ˈmæd.haʊs/
UK /ˈmæd.haʊs/
Noun
1.
a place of great confusion or disorder
Example:
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The office was a complete madhouse before the deadline.
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With all the kids running around, the house was a total madhouse.
2.
an institution for the care of people with mental illnesses; a lunatic asylum
Example:
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In the past, people with mental health issues were often sent to a madhouse.
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The old building used to be a madhouse.