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Meaning of word penal from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

Meaning : Of or relating to punishment.

Example : Penal reform.
Penal code.

Meaning : Serving as or designed to impose punishment.

Example : Penal servitude.
The juvenile was sentenced to six months in a penal institution.

Meaning : (of an act or offense) subject to punishment by law.

Example : A penal offense.

Synonyms : punishable

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