Associations to the word «Reformatory»

Wiktionary

REFORMATORY, adjective. Of, pertaining to, or conducive to reform; reformative.
REFORMATORY, noun. A prison, especially one for juveniles; a reform school.

Dictionary definition

REFORMATORY, noun. Correctional institution for the detention and discipline and training of young or first offenders.
REFORMATORY, adjective. Tending to reform; "reformative and rehabilitative agencies"; "reformatory punishment".

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