Meaning of the word penitentiary in English
What does penitentiary mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
penitentiary
US /ˌpen.əˈten.ʃər.i/
UK /ˌpen.ɪˈten.ʃər.i/
Noun
a prison for people convicted of serious crimes
Example:
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He was sentenced to ten years in the state penitentiary.
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The high-security penitentiary houses some of the country's most dangerous criminals.