probational

Variant of probation

probation definition

pro·ba·tion (prō bā′s̸hən)

noun

  1. a testing or trial, as of a person's character, ability to meet requirements, etc.
  2. the suspension of sentence of a person convicted but not yet imprisoned, on condition of continued good behavior and regular reporting to a probation officer
    1. the status of a person being tested or on trial a student on probation because of low grades
    2. the period of testing or trial
  4. Obsolete proof

Etymology: ME probacion < OFr < L probatio < probare, to prove: see probe

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