Meaning Of The Word Penalty

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penalty
A penalty is a punishment that someone is given for doing something which is against a law or rule.
countable noun: In sports such as football and hockey, a penalty is an opportunity to score a goal, which is given to the attacking team if the defending team breaks a rule near their own goal.

penalty in American English
a punishment fixed by law, as for a crime or breach of contract
noun: a punishment imposed or incurred for a violation of law or rule

penalty in British English
noun: a legal or official punishment, such as a term of imprisonment

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