Definisi 'penitentiary'

English to English
adjective
1 Relating to penance, or to the rules and measures of penance. Terjemahkan
source: webster1913

adjective satellite
2 used for punishment or reform of criminals or wrongdoers Terjemahkan
Example:
penitentiary institutions
source: wordnet30

3 showing or constituting penance Terjemahkan
Example:
penitential tears
wrote a penitential letter apologizing for her hasty words
source: wordnet30

noun
4 a correctional institution for those convicted of major crimes Terjemahkan
source: wordnet30

5 One who prescribes the rules and measures of penance. Terjemahkan
source: webster1913

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