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Workhouse
Translation of "workhouse" into Russian
workhouse
Noun
UK
/ˈwɜːkhaʊs/
US
/ˈwɜrkhaʊs/
workhouse
workhouses pl
работный дом
In the 19th century, many poor people were sent to the workhouse.
В 19 веке многих бедных людей отправляли в работный дом.
Additional translations
трудовой дом
приют для бедных
Definitions
workhouse
Noun
UK
/ˈwɜːkhaʊs/
US
/ˈwɜrkhaʊs/
A public institution in which the destitute of a parish received board and lodging in return for work.
In the 19th century, many impoverished families were forced to live in the workhouse.
A place where work is done, especially a factory.
The old building was once a bustling workhouse producing textiles.
A county or municipal penal institution where minor offenders are confined and required to work.
He spent sixty days in the county workhouse for petty theft.
workhouse
Adjective
UK
/ˈwɜːkhaʊs/
US
/ˈwɜrkhaʊs/
Relating to or characteristic of a workhouse or its conditions.
Workhouse rules were notoriously strict.
Idioms and phrases
poor workhouse
The poor workhouse was a dreaded place for many without means.
богадельня для бедных
Богадельня для бедных была ужасным местом для многих без средств.
local workhouse
The local workhouse was overcrowded during the harsh winter months.
местная богадельня
Местная богадельня была переполнена в суровые зимние месяцы.
old workhouse
The town's old workhouse was converted into a museum.
старая богадельня
Старую богадельню в городе превратили в музей.
new workhouse
The new workhouse was designed to accommodate more people.
новая богадельня
Новая богадельня была спроектирована, чтобы разместить больше людей.
workhouse system
The workhouse system was criticized for its harsh conditions.
система богаделен
Система богаделен подверглась критике за жестокие условия.