penance

UK /ˈpɛn.əns/ US /ˈpɛn.əns/
noun 5verb 1

Definitions

noun

1

A voluntary self-imposed punishment for a sinful act or wrongdoing. It may be intended to serve as reparation for the act.

Quoth he, "The man hath penance done, / And penance more will do."

2

A sacrament in some Christian churches that involves penitence (remorse plus restitution via prayer).

3

Any instrument of self-punishment.

4

repentance

5

pain; sorrow; suffering

verb

1

To impose penance; to punish.

She seem'd, at once, some penanced lady elf, / Some demon mistress, or the demon's self.

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