Penal Definition & Meaning
penal
- adjective
- of or relating to punishment; "penal reform"; "penal code"
- serving as or designed to impose punishment; "penal servitude"
- subject to punishment by law; "a penal offense"
"Penal" in song lyrics
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"Freestyle, be so wild, fresh out the Penal"
Masta Killa f/ Method Man, RZA, U-God — Iron God Chamber
Words that rhyme with penal
Usage tips for "penal"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does penal mean?
- of or relating to punishment; "penal reform"; "penal code" serving as or designed to impose punishment; "penal servitude" subject to punishment by law; "a penal offense"
- What part of speech is penal?
- Penal is an adjective.
- How many definitions does penal have?
- Penal has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).