penitentiary

/pɛnɪtˈɛntʃɝi/

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Adjective Satellite
used for punishment or reform of criminals or wrongdoers; "penitentiary institutions"
Adjective Satellite
showing or constituting penance; "penitential tears"; "wrote a penitential letter apologizing for her hasty words"
Noun
a correctional institution for those convicted of major crimes
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