Probation - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |prəʊˈbeɪʃn|  American pronunciation of the word probation
Brit.  |prəˈbeɪʃ(ə)n|  British pronunciation of the word probation

noun

- a trial period during which your character and abilities are tested to see whether you are suitable for work or for membership
- a trial period during which an offender has time to redeem himself or herself
- (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

Extra examples

As a new employee, I will be on probation for three months.

He hoped that the judge would grant him probation.

He was sentenced to one year's probation.

He was sent back to prison for violating his probation.

She was arrested while on probation.

Instead of firing her, they put her on probation.

The student was placed on probation for copying test answers.

The judge sentenced Jennings to three years' probation.

He pleaded guilty and was placed on probation.

Some people are appointed on probation.

I'm afraid I have no choice but to put you on probation.

Probation is 6 months.

He was released from jail and placed on probation.

A recruit is on probation for two months.

After she served three years on probation, the committee tenured her.

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