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penalty

noun

/ˈpɛnəlti/

Meaning

A punishment imposed for breaking a law, rule, or contract.

He had to pay a heavy penalty for breaking the traffic rules.

pay the penalty

punishment, fine, sanction, retribution

reward, compensation

heavy penalty, death penalty, face penalty, penalty fee

The world's largest international sports competition held every four years, bringing together athlet...

a large body of water completely surrounded by land

The full name of the cello, a large string instrument played with a bow and held between the knees.

an idea or plan put forward for consideration; advice or recommendation

absence of difficulty or effort; comfort and relaxation

a piece of fine material worn by women to protect or conceal the face