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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

pows

/pɔʊz/ noun · British & US
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What does pows mean?

noun

Pows are prisoners of war, individuals captured and held by an enemy during a conflict. The term is often used to describe the treatment and conditions of these prisoners.

Example

"The Red Cross worked tirelessly to improve the living conditions for pows in the enemy camp."

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