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Definition of Probation

1. Noun. A trial period during which your character and abilities are tested to see whether you are suitable for work or for membership.

2. Noun. A trial period during which an offender has time to redeem himself or herself.

3. 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. "Probation is part of the sentencing process"

Definition of Probation

1. n. The act of proving; also, that which proves anything; proof.

Definition of Probation

1. Noun. A period of time when a person occupies a position only conditionally and may easily be removed for poor performance ¹

2. Noun. A type of sentence where convicted criminals are allowed to continue living in the community but will automatically be sent to jail if they violate certain conditions ¹

3. Noun. (archaic) The act of testing; proof ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Probation

1. [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Probation

probal probality proball proband probands probang probangs probasin probate probate court

probate courts probate will probated probates probating probation (current term) probation officer probational probationally probationary

probationary period probationer probationers probationership probationerships probations probationship probationships probative probatory

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