noun

parole

parole

He was released on parole.

He was released on parole.

The prisoner is eligible for parole next year.

The prisoner is eligible for parole next year.

on parole under the condition of parole He was released on parole.

probation, release

From French 'parole' (word, speech), from Latin 'parabola'. In a legal sense, it's a 'word of honour' to abide by certain conditions.

Think of 'parole' as giving your 'parola' (word in Italian/Spanish) that you'll behave if released.

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