Reference meaning
parole
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a promise
Related source terms
wordword of honor
Other meanings
2. noun
a secret word or phrase known only to a restricted group
3. noun
(law) a conditional release from imprisonment that entitles the person to serve the remainder of the sentence outside the prison as long as the terms of release are complied with
4. verb
release a criminal from detention and place him on parole
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