sentence

sen-tence · noun

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Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A set of words expressing a complete thought, typically containing a subject and predicate.

  2. 2.

    A punishment assigned by a court.

  3. 3.

    [as verb]To declare the punishment of someone.

Forms

plural: sentences

Related words

See also: punishment, statement, verdict
Synonyms: punishment, statement, verdict

Etymology

From Latin sententia ("opinion, judgment"), from sentire ("to feel, perceive").