penitentiary (91 synonym found)

Penitentiary has 91 synonyms. The top synonyms for penitentiary are can, pen, bail, brig, coop, dean, keep, pope and 83 more. Browse the full list below.

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What is a synonym for penitentiary?

A common synonym for penitentiary is can. Other synonyms include pen, bail, brig, coop.

How many synonyms does penitentiary have?

Penitentiary has 91 synonyms listed on Thesaurasize.

What does penitentiary mean?

(n): a state or federal prison for convicted felons; (Roman Catholic Church) A priest who administers the sacrament of penance (adj): of, or related to penance; penitential; of, or relating to the pun

Definition of penitentiary:

(n) : a state or federal prison for convicted felons; (Roman Catholic Church) A priest who administers the sacrament of penance
(adj) : of, or related to penance; penitential; of, or relating to the punishment of criminals
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Definition of penitentiary:

(n) : a state or federal prison for convicted felons; (Roman Catholic Church) A priest who administers the sacrament of penance
(adj) : of, or related to penance; penitential; of, or relating to the punishment of criminals
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