Definitions

penning

[pen-ing] / ˈpɛn ɪŋ /

VERB

enclose

Synonyms

STRONG

box cage case confine coop corral hedge mew

WEAK

close in fence in hem in shut in

Antonyms

STRONG

free let go release set free

WEAK

speak

VERB

write

Synonyms

STRONGEST

compose jot down

STRONG

autograph draft engross indict

WEAK

commit to paper draw up

Antonyms

WEAK

free let go release speak

Example Sentences

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Team Penning Association and went on the road promoting competitions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

A three-year starter at Florida, Slaughter is expected to compete with Chargers left guard Trevor Penning or right guard Cole Strange for a starting role.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

The team traded for New Orleans offensive lineman Trevor Penning last week.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 9, 2025

Now, Penning will try to bolster the Chargers’ protection of quarterback Justin Herbert, who has been sacked 28 times — third most among all NFL quarterbacks this season.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 9, 2025

"Mr. Penning Bruce was at his best last night in the new musical Comedy produced at the Apollo Theatre—the humour of his performance as Lieutenant Pottle, a humour never exaggerated nor strained…."

From Fortitude by Walpole, Hugh, Sir