probation

(noun)

noun

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

Definition categories: time

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

Definition categories: time

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

Definition categories: act, freeing, liberation, release

Sentences with probation as a noun:

- You'll be on probation for first six months. After that, if you work out, they'll hire you permanently.

- He got two years probation for robbery.