Both Uses of
probation
in
Fearless
- The coveted insignia recognizes those who have completed BUD/S training, made it through a six-to-nine-month probationary period, and passed advanced SEAL Tactical Training.†
p. 126.0 *probationary = in a manner that tests someone or something for a period of time
- So began the probation period for Adam and his classmates from Class 227.†
p. 126.8probation = a period of testing
Definitions:
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(1)
(probation) a period of time when a person is being tested or watched to see if they meet certain expectations or follow rules
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(2)
(meaning too rare to warrant focus) meaning too rare to warrant focus:
In archaic literature, probation can be used to mean "proof" or "demonstration."