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Meaning of probation

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From WordNet (r) 3.0 (2006) [wn]:

  probation
      n 1: a trial period during which your character and abilities
           are tested to see whether you are suitable for work or for
           membership
      2: a trial period during which an offender has time to redeem
         himself or herself
      3: (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"

Source : WordNet ® Princeton University. 2010.

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