re·for·ma·to·ry (r -fôr m -tôr  , -t r)n. pl. re·for·ma·to·ries A penal institution for the discipline, reformation, and training of young or first offenders. Also called reform school. adj. Reformative. |
reformatory [rɪˈfɔːmətərɪ -trɪ]
n pl -ries
(Social Science / Education) Also called reform school (formerly) a place of instruction where young offenders were sent for corrective training Compare approved school
adj
having the purpose or function of reforming
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| Noun | 1. |  reformatory - correctional institution for the detention and discipline and training of young or first offendersborstal - formerly a British reform school for youths considered too young to send to prison correctional institution - a penal institution maintained by the government |
| Adj. | 1. | reformatory - tending to reform; "reformative and rehabilitative agencies"; "reformatory punishment" helpful - providing assistance or serving a useful function |
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