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Penitentiary

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Definitions for Penitentiary

noun
a correctional institution for those convicted of major crimes
Synonyms
pen
adjective
used for punishment or reform of criminals or wrongdoers
Examples
  1. penitentiary institutions
adjective
showing or constituting penance
Synonyms
Examples
  1. penitential tears
  2. wrote a penitential letter apologizing for her hasty words

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