penalties
|pen/al/ties|
B2
/ˈpɛnəltiz/
(penalty)
punishment
Etymology
Etymology Information
'penalty' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'poena,' where 'poena' meant 'punishment.'
Historical Evolution
'poena' transformed into the Old French word 'penalité,' and eventually became the modern English word 'penalty' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'punishment,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a punishment imposed for breaking a law, rule, or contract.
The player received penalties for unsportsmanlike conduct.
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Noun 2
in sports, a disadvantage imposed on a team or player for breaking a rule.
The team was given a penalty for offside.
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Last updated: 2025/02/14 03:06