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probation

pro.ba.tion \pro--'ba--sh*n\ \-shn*l, -sh*n-*l\ \-e-\ \-sh*-.ner-e-\ n 1: 
   critical examination and evaluation or subjection to such examination an d 
   evaluation 2a: subjection of an individual to a period of testing and trial 
   to ascerta in fitness (as for a job or school) 2b: the action of suspending 
   the sentence of a convicted offender and givin g him freedom during good 
   behavior under the supervision of a probation officer 2c: the state or a 
   period of being subject to probation  - pro.ba.tion.al aj