What is another word for yardbird?
Pronunciation: [jˈɑːdbɜːd] (IPA) 
"Yardbird" is a slang term that refers to a prisoner, particularly an inmate of a military prison. There are a variety of synonyms for this word which include jailbird, inmate, con, offender, prisoner, and convict. All these words carry the same meaning as yardbird and are often used interchangeably. Some other informal words used to describe a prisoner include lifer, conman, jailhouse lawyer. While these words are often associated with a negative connotation, they reflect the reality of incarceration in the prison system. So, the word "yardbird" indicates someone who is incarcerated, and there are several synonyms that can be used to describe them more vividly.
