penitentiary

  1. Noun.  (US) A state or federal prison for convicted felons.
  2. Noun.  (''Roman Catholic Church'') A priest who administers the sacrament of penance.
  3. Adjective.  of or relating to penance; penitential.
  4. Adjective.  of or relating to the punishment of criminals.

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