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Definition penal in British English

penal adjective

adjective
/ˈpiːn(ə)l/
Example

the penal system

Example

penal reform/laws

Synonyms and related words
carry commutable disciplinary
1.1

used as a place for punishing criminals

Example

a penal colony/institution

Synonyms and related words
carry commutable disciplinary
Definition penal in British English