English Explanatory Dictionary

gain time

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A reduction of a prisoner’s sentence due to exemplary behavior or participation in a rehabilitation program during incarceration.
verb
  1. To cause a delay by a circuitous mode of procedure in order to obtain more time than is available.
  2. To make up time lost; of a clock or watch, to run fast.

Word forms

gain time gain times gains time gaining time gained time

Antonyms

lose time
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