B2 a punishment, or the usual punishment, for doing something that is against a law刑罚,惩罚,处罚
B2 a type of punishment, often involving paying money, that is given to you if you break an agreement or do not follow rules罚金,罚款
B2 an advantage given in some sports to a team or player when the opposing team or player breaks a rule(体育运动中对犯规者的)判罚,处罚
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The maximum penalty for the offence is a $1000 fine.
Execution is still the penalty in some states for murder.
I had to pay a penalty fee when my cheque bounced.
They are campaigning for stiffer penalties for people who drink and drive.
This offence carries a fixed penalty.
a disadvantage brought about as a result of a situation or action(某情况或行动带来的)不利,劣势
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