Probation

/pɹə‍ʊbˈe‍ɪʃən/

/pɹoʊˈbeɪʃən/

Probation

(law) a specific supervised period of time outside prison granted to a criminal, given they do not break a law during this period

a trial period during which an offender has time to redeem himself or herself

a trial period during which your character and abilities are tested to see whether you are suitable for work or for membership

Examples

1. Number is violating probation.

2. - You mean probation?

3. Furthermore, his probation prohibited any recreational drug or alcohol use.

4. Does it take one month, two month, probation?