Meaning of the word reformatory in English
What does reformatory mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
reformatory
US /rɪˈfɔːr.mə.tɔːr.i/
UK /rɪˈfɔːr.mə.tɔːr.i/
Noun
1.
(especially in the past) a type of school where young people who have broken the law are sent instead of prison:
Example:
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For the cab holdup, Benny was placed in a reformatory for almost two years.
Adjective
1.
intended to change something in order to make it better:
Example:
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the reformatory objectives of liberal free trade
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