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Uncommonpunish
The correct spelling is punish.
How to pronounce punish
/ˈpʌnɪʃ/
verbIPA: /ˈpʌnɪʃ/
Say it like: Pun-ish
The correct spelling is punish. To cause to suffer for crime or misconduct, to administer disciplinary action. For example: "If a prince violates the law, then he must be punished like an ordinary person."
Usage Examples
“If a prince violates the law, then he must be punished like an ordinary person.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To cause to suffer for crime or misconduct, to administer disciplinary action.
- 2.To treat harshly and unfairly.
- 3.To handle or beat severely; to maul.
- 4.To consume a large quantity of.
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