Definition of Reformatory

Adjective: reformatory  ri'for-mu,to-ree [N. Amer], ri'for-mu-t(u-)ree [Brit]

1. Tending to reform
   "reformatory punishment";
   - reformative

Noun: reformatory  ri'for-mu,to-ree [N. Amer], ri'for-mu-t(u-)ree [Brit]

1. Correctional institution for the detention and discipline and training of young or first offenders
   - reform school, training school

See also:
reformatories
reformats