ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun
Etymology: bull (I) + pen
1.
a. archaic : an enclosure (as of logs) used as a temporary place of confinement
b. : a prison, guardhouse, or other place of confinement ; especially : a large detention cell (as in a police station or courthouse) where prisoners are held until brought into court
2. : a place on a baseball field where relief pitchers warm up during a game ; sometmes : the relief pitchers
got good support from the bullpen
3. : any of certain places in which a number of people congregate for a common purpose: as
a. : dormitory , bunkhouse
b. : a business office that is not divided into individual compartments
c. : a place designed for the comfort and relaxation of employees ; especially : a designated smoking area in a plant where smoking is not generally permitted