Meaning of 'penal'

Find the meaning of the word ‘penal’

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Meaning of ‘penal’

3 definitions found.

penal

adjective

subject to punishment by law

Example: "a penal offense"

Synonyms: punishable

adjective

serving as or designed to impose punishment

Example: "penal servitude"

adjective

of or relating to punishment

Example: "penal reform"

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