inmate
nounUK /ˈɪnmeɪt/
US /ˈɪnmeɪt/
A person who lives in a prison or a hospital.
The inmate waited for visiting hours to see his family.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A person who lives in a hospital or other institution for care.
The nurses checked on every inmate of the ward each morning.
3. A person who shares a house or dwelling with others.
The two inmates of the small apartment became good friends.
4. Someone kept in a place against their will.
The old story told of an inmate locked in the tower.