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Definition
A boys' reformatory or residential home for boys with behavioral or emotional problems, or who have committed offenses.
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How it's used
This term specifically refers to government-run residential institutions for boys who have committed offenses or are deemed to be in need of care and protection. It carries a heavy social stigma in Hong Kong, often associated with troubled youth or juvenile delinquency. It is distinct from a regular boarding school or orphanage.
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He was sent to a juvenile home when he was young.
Which juvenile home has better facilities?
Related words
Common phrases
sent to a juvenile home
juvenile residential home
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with a standard school or a youth centre, as the term implies a custodial or correctional environment rather than an educational or recreational one.
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