Meaning & Definition of Penitentiary in English
English⟶
Penitentiary
/pɛnɪtɛnʧəri/
noun
1. A correctional institution for those convicted of major crimes
synonym:
- penitentiary,
- pen
adjective
1. Used for punishment or reform of criminals or wrongdoers
- "Penitentiary institutions"
synonym:
- penitentiary
2. Showing or constituting penance
- "Penitential tears"
- "Wrote a penitential letter apologizing for her hasty words"
synonym:
- penitential,
- penitentiary