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Penitentiary
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gevangenis, correctie-inrichting
a prison or correctional facility where individuals convicted of serious crimes are confined and undergo rehabilitation
Voorbeelden
The notorious criminal was sentenced to life in the state penitentiary.
De beruchte crimineel werd veroordeeld tot levenslang in de staatsgevangenis.
The penitentiary has strict security measures to prevent any attempts at escape.
De gevangenis heeft strikte veiligheidsmaatregelen om ontsnappingspogingen te voorkomen.
penitentiary
01
boetvaardig, berouwvol
showing or constituting penance
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penitentiair, correctioneel
used for punishment or reform of criminals or wrongdoers
