Definisjon av reformatory

Vi fant 4 definisjoner av reformatoryengelsk.

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Noun

reformatory - correctional institution for the detention and discipline and training of young or first offenders
reform school, training school
correctional institution a penal institution maintained by the government
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Substantiv

reformatory - A prison, especially one for juveniles; a reform school.

Adjektiv

reformatory - Of, pertaining to, or conducive to reform; reformative.

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  • Reformatory is a term that has had varied meanings within the penal system, depending on the jurisdiction and the era. It may refer to a youth detention center, or an adult correctional facility. The term is still in popular use for adult facilities throughout the United States, although most reformatories have been renamed correctional centers (or similar) in recent years.

Substantiv

  • Entall: reformatory
  • Flertall: reformatories

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