Meanings
How to pronounce "penalty box":
AU
An enclosed bench where a player must remain for timed period (a penalty) that is assessed after an infraction.
Example: "Both players got to cool their heels for five minutes in their respective penalty boxes after the fight."
The penalty area.
A temporary punishment, or, metaphorically, a similar setback (e.g., loss of control, embarrassment, etc.).
Example Sentences
1
After committing a foul, the player was sent to the penalty box for five minutes.
2
The referee awarded a penalty, and the player from the opposing team was escorted to the penalty box.
3
The hockey player was furious when he was put in the penalty box for tripping an opponent.
4
In ice hockey, a player must serve their time in the penalty box when they receive a major penalty.
5
The soccer player received a yellow card and was sent to the penalty box for dissent.
