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penitentiary in WordNet English dictionary
noun- a correctional institution for those convicted of major crimes
penitentiary pen
adjective- showing or constituting penance
"penitential tears"; "wrote a penitential letter apologizing for her hasty words"
penitential penitentiary
- used for punishment or reform of criminals or wrongdoers
"penitentiary institutions"
penitentiary
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