Word History
Etymology
Middle English punicion, from Anglo-French, from Latin punition-, punitio, from punire
First Known Use
15th century, in the meaning defined above
Time Traveler
The first known use of punition was
in the 15th century
Dictionary Entries Near punition
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“Punition.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/punition. Accessed 17 Apr. 2024.
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