Penalty
nounverified·updated May 18, 2026
(games) a handicap or disadvantage that is imposed on a competitor (or a team) for an infraction of the rules of the game
Framework senses
- §1
- the act of punishing
- §2
- (games) a handicap or disadvantage that is imposed on a competitor (or a team) for an infraction of the rules of the game
- §3
- the disadvantage or painful consequences of an action or condition
- §4
- a payment required for not fulfilling a contract