plural of penitence

A tall thin blade of hardened snow or ice, found closely spaced in large quantities at high altitudes.

(chiefly US) A state or federal prison for convicted felons; (broadly) a prison. / A priest in the Roman Catholic Church who administers the sacrament of penance.

Of or relating to penance; penitential. / Of or relating to the punishment of criminals.

Pertaining to penance or penitence

a book or set of rules pertaining to the Christian sacrament of penance

plural of penitentiary

In a penitential manner.

The office or condition of a penitentiary of the papal court.

plural of penitential