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probation (oh)



a system that allows some criminals not to go to prison or to leave prison, if they behave well and see a probation officer regularly, for a particular period of time
::The judge sentenced Jennings to three years' probation.
(put/place sb) on probation
::He pleaded guilty and was placed on probation.
a period of time, during which an employer can see if a new worker is suitable
::a three month probation period
on probation
::Some people are appointed on probation.
AmE a period of time in which you must improve your work or behave well so that you will not have to leave your job
::I'm afraid I have no choice but to put you on probation .
-- probationary adj
::a probationary period