1. A structured set of rules and procedures designed to impose penalties or consequences for misbehavior, violations, or crimes
The school implemented a new punishment system to address disciplinary issues.
A escola implementou um novo sistema de punição para lidar com questões disciplinares.
2. The institutional framework within a society for enforcing laws and deterring criminal behavior
The country's punishment system has been criticized for being too harsh.
O sistema de punição do país foi criticado por ser muito severo.