What is another word for chain gang member?
Pronunciation: [t͡ʃˈe͡ɪn ɡˈaŋ mˈɛmbə] (IPA) 
A chain gang member is someone who is part of a group of prisoners who are forced to work while chained together. Some other terms that can be used to describe a chain gang member include inmate laborer, convict laborer, and prison laborer. Additionally, one can use the terms chain gang worker, chain gang laborer, or chain gang prisoner to describe someone who is part of a group working in unison while chained together. The use of chain gangs has been highly controversial and is often considered to be a form of cruel and unusual punishment. Despite this, some states still use them under certain circumstances, leading to ongoing debates about their potential impact on prison reform.
