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Misspelling

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Penitentiary — synonyms, definition

1. penitentiary (Noun)

15 synonyms

cage confine coop corral dungeon enclosure jail keep lockup pen prison solitary confinement stall stockade vault

1 definition

penitentiary (Noun) — A correctional institution for those convicted of major crimes.

1 type of

correctional institution

2. penitentiary (Adjective)

1 synonym

penitential

2 definitions

penitentiary (Adjective) — Used for punishment or reform of criminals or wrongdoers. ex. "penitentiary institutions"

penitentiary (Adjective) — Showing or constituting penance. ex. "penitentiary tears"