Penitentiary
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British pronunciation/pˌɛnɪtˈɛnʃjəɹi/
American pronunciation/ˌpɛnɪˈtɛntʃɝi/

Definitie & Betekenis van "penitentiary"

01

penitentiaire inrichting, gevangenis

a prison or correctional facility where individuals convicted of serious crimes are confined and undergo rehabilitation
01

boetvaardig, penitentiair

showing or constituting penance
02

penitentiar, rehabiliterend

used for punishment or reform of criminals or wrongdoers

penitentiary

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example
Voorbeeld
The penitentiary has strict security measures to prevent any attempts at escape.
The penitentiary is located on the outskirts of the city, surrounded by high walls and guard towers.
The notorious criminal was sentenced to life in the state penitentiary.
The governor visited the penitentiary to inspect the conditions and speak with inmates.
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