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Definition of PENALTY
Pronunciation : PENALTY

noun : PENALTY

Source:WordNet 3.1

  • 2. (

    ) a payment required for not fulfilling a contract ;

  • 3. (

    ) the disadvantage or painful consequences of an action or condition; "neglected his health and paid the penalty" ;

  • 4. (

    ) (games) a handicap or disadvantage that is imposed on a competitor (or a team) for an infraction of the rules of the game ;


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