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- pronunciation:
- pro
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- Word Combinations (noun), Word Explorer, Word Parts
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
a trial period or process, as of one's qualifications or for redeeming past failures.
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definition 2: |
the supervised release of a convict from jail or prison for a certain period of time, which is considered a trial period before full release.
a thief on probation |
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derivations: |
probational (adj.), probationary (adj.) |
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