panopticon

Noun
  1. An area where everything is visible (synset 103889641)
    is a type of: area - a part of a structure having some specific characteristic or function
    subtypes: saleroom, salesroom, showroom - an area where merchandise (such as cars) can be displayed
  2. A circular prison with cells distributed around a central surveillance station;
    Proposed by Jeremy Bentham in 1791 (synset 103889470)
    is a type of: prison, prison house - a correctional institution where persons are confined while on trial or for punishment

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