죄나 잘못에 대해 벌을 주거나 징계를 내리는 행위.
The act of inflicting or imposing a penalty, restriction, or undesired consequence upon someone for an offense or wrongdoing.
예문:
"The court emphasized that the purpose of punishment is both retribution and deterrence."
"They are currently debating the appropriate level of punishment for white-collar crimes."
"The school board decided against corporal punishment in all educational settings."
범죄나 위반의 결과로 부과되는 구체적인 벌칙, 제재, 또는 고통.
A specific penalty, consequence, or suffering imposed as a result of an offense, such as a fine, imprisonment, or restriction.
예문:
"The maximum punishment for this misdemeanor is six months in jail."
"Financial punishments were levied against the company for violating environmental regulations."
"He received a severe punishment for repeatedly failing to follow safety protocols."
사람이나 물건에 가해지는 거칠거나 심한 취급, 또는 손상이나 혹사.
Rough, severe, or damaging treatment inflicted upon a person or object; abuse or excessive strain.
예문:
"That old truck has taken years of punishment but still manages to run."
"The athlete's knees suffered tremendous punishment during the marathon season."
"The equipment was designed to withstand the punishment of extreme weather conditions."