Penalisation
/ˌpiːnəlɪˈzeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The imposition of a penalty or punishment for violating a law or rule.
The company's penalisation for environmental breaches included hefty fines.
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Commentary
Typically used in contexts involving regulatory or statutory breaches; may appear in criminal and civil law contexts where penalties are imposed.
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