Definition of Parole
Parole
pa·role
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
the release of a prisoner before the end of their sentence, under the promise that they will maintain good behavior;
e.g. He earned his parole and is determined not to violate it.
(noun)
a promise made by a prisoner of war that they will not escape or that they will fulfil certain conditions if they are released, such as returning under specified circumstances or not attacking;
e.g. He gave his parole before leaving the enemy base.
(noun)
(linguistics) the specific usage, behavior, and performance of language by an individual;
e.g. She studies the parole of language in the community.
(verb)
to release someone from prison before the end of their sentence on the promise that they will maintain good behavior;
e.g. The officials refused to parole her due to the nature of her crime.
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