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parole

/ˈpærəʊl/ noun · British & US
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What does parole mean?

noun

A conditional release from prison, especially after serving part of a sentence, allowing the prisoner to live in the community under supervision. A word or phrase that is spoken or sung, especially in a musical or poetic way.

Example

"The judge granted him parole after five years in prison."

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