penal offence

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Definition of penal offence in English English dictionary

penal offense
criminal offense, crime which can be punished
penal offence

    Hyphenation

    pe·nal of·fence

    Pronunciation

    Etymology

    [ 'pE-n&l ] (adjective.) 15th century. Middle English, from Middle French, from Latin poenalis, from poena punishment; more at PAIN.
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