Definition: The act or process of punishing, imposing and/or applying a sanction.

Alright class, settle down, let’s take a look – At “punishment,” a word that needs to cook! The dictionary gives us a helpful clue, “The act or process of punishing…it's true!” Let’s break it down in a way that’s neat, It’s more than just a frown or a defeat. Think of it like this, a little rhyme you see, Punishment is about correcting what can be! It means imposing - putting rules in place, To help someone learn and find their space. And “applying a sanction,” that’s the final key, A consequence for actions, you agree? Like maybe losing time, or doing extra chores, To show you made a mistake and need to explore A better way to behave, a wiser thought, That's what punishment truly is, dearly sought! Does that make sense, my little scholars bright? Do you have any questions, shining like the light?