parole
noun
1. a promise
Similar word(s): word
Definition categories: communication, promise
2. a secret word or phrase known only to a restricted group
Similar word(s): countersign, password, watchword, word
Definition categories: communication, arcanum, secret
3. (law) a conditional release from imprisonment that entitles the person to serve the remainder of the sentence outside the prison as long as the terms of release are complied with
Definition categories: act, freeing, liberation, release
Sentences with parole as a noun:
- He will be on parole for nearly two more years.
- He was released on parole.
- The defendant shall be sentenced to life without the possibility of parole.