Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

penal-settlement

Noun

ˈpiː.nəl ˈsɛt.əl.mənt

Definition

A penal settlement is a place where prisoners are sent to serve their sentences, often involving hard labor and strict discipline.

Examples

The penal settlement was established to reform rather than just punish offenders.
Many penal settlements were located in remote areas to discourage escape.
The conditions in the penal settlement were harsh, aiming to deter future crimes.

Meaning

The term refers to a facility or area specifically designated for the confinement of individuals found guilty of crimes, typically located far from urban centers.