borstals

[US]/ˈbɔːrstəlz/
[UK]/ˈbɔːrʃəl/

Translation

n.Plural of borstal, institutions in the United Kingdom for young offenders aged 17 to 21 who have been convicted of crimes.

Example Sentences

many young offenders are sent to borstals for rehabilitation.

borstals aim to provide education and vocational training.

he spent two years in borstals before turning his life around.

borstals were established to reform troubled youth.

some argue that borstals do not effectively reduce recidivism.

rehabilitation programs in borstals often include counseling.

staff in borstals are trained to handle difficult behaviors.

life in borstals can be challenging for young inmates.

success rates of borstals vary depending on the program.

visiting hours in borstals are strictly regulated.

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