Both Uses of
probation
in
Speak
- She is a freshman member on probation.
*probation = a period of testing
- Part of being on probation means she's not allowed to take credit for her work.†
Definition:
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(probation) a period of testing (especially of person)in various senses, including:
- a period during which a criminal does not have to be in prison as long as they demonstrate good behavior and obey special restrictions
- a period during which a new employee is tried out on the job and during which the employee does not have all the privileges of a regular employee
- a period during which a student's grades or behavior must improve to prevent being kicked out of school