probation
has definitions from the field of law
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[ noun ] a trial period during which an offender has time to redeem himself or herself
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[ noun ] a trial period during which your character and abilities are tested to see whether you are suitable for work or for membership
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[ noun ] (law) a way of dealing with offenders without imprisoning them; a defendant found guilty of a crime is released by the court without imprisonment subject to conditions imposed by the court
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