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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"