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probation

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…

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Word Facts

Word length
9
Starts with
P
Ends with
N
Contains
RO
Scrabble score
13
CEFR level
B2

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˌpɹoʊˈbeɪʃən

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Meaning

Definitions

noun

  1. (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”

noun

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

noun

  1. 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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Example Sentences

Probation is part of the sentencing process

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