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Rarepenances
The correct spelling is penances.
How to pronounce penances
noun
Say it like: Pen-ans-es
The correct spelling is penances. A voluntary self-imposed punishment for a sinful act or wrongdoing. It may be intended to serve as reparation for the act.
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Definition
noun
- 1.A voluntary self-imposed punishment for a sinful act or wrongdoing. It may be intended to serve as reparation for the act.
- 2.A sacrament in some Christian churches.
- 3.Any instrument of self-punishment.
- 4.Repentance
- 5.Pain; sorrow; suffering
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