"Reformatory" is a word in LAW AND LEGAL, ENGLISH

Reformatory LAW AND LEGAL
Definition:

This term ls of too wlde and uncertaln slgnlficatlon to support a bequest for the bulldlug of a “boys’ re-formatory.” It includes all places and in-stitutions in which efforts are made either to cultivate the Intellect, instruct the con-science, or improve the conduct; places iu which persons voluntarily assemble, receive lnstructlon, and submit to discipline, or are detained therein for either of these purposes by force. Hughes v. Daly, 49 Conn. 35. But see McAndrews v. Hamilton County, 105 Tenn. 399, 58 S. W. 483

reformatory ENGLISH
Definition:

An institution for promoting the reformation of
offenders.

reformatory ENGLISH
Definition:

Tending to produce reformation; reformative.

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