Parole: meaning, definitions and examples

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parole

 

[ pษ™หˆroสŠl ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

legal context

Parole is the conditional release of a prisoner before the completion of their sentence. It allows the individual to serve the remainder of their sentence under supervision in the community. The decision to grant parole is generally made by a parole board who evaluates the inmate's behavior, rehabilitation progress, and potential risk to society. Parole often comes with specific conditions that must be followed, such as regular check-ins with a parole officer. Failure to comply with these conditions can result in the individual being returned to prison.

Synonyms

conditional release, early release, supervised release.

Examples of usage

  • He was released on parole after serving three years for robbery.
  • She violated her parole by skipping her mandatory counseling sessions.
  • The parole board will assess his application next month.
Context #2 | Noun

linguistic context

In a linguistic context, 'parole' refers to the actual utterance of speech or the use of language by an individual at a specific moment. It is contrasted with 'langue', which refers to the abstract, systematic rules and conventions of a language. Parole encompasses the real instances of language in use, and how individuals express themselves in spoken or written forms. This distinction is critical in fields such as linguistics and semiotics.

Synonyms

expression, speech, utterance.

Examples of usage

  • Her parole reflected her unique linguistic style.
  • Linguists analyze parole to understand language usage in various communities.
  • The study of parole focuses on speech acts in everyday conversations.

Translations

Translations of the word "parole" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น palavra

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเคฌเฅเคฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Wort

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kata

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะปะพะฒะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ sล‚owo

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่จ€่‘‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท mot

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ palabra

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kelime

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋‹จ์–ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒู„ู…ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ slovo

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ slovo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ beseda

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ orรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัำฉะท

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒ˜แƒขแƒงแƒ•แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sรถz

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ palabra

Etymology

The term 'parole' comes from the French word 'parole' which means 'word' or 'speech'. In the legal sense, it originated in the 19th century, incorporating the concept of granting freedom based on a promise or word of honor. The idea reflects a shift towards more rehabilitative approaches in the penal system, emphasizing the importance of the individual's commitment to good behavior. Over time, 'parole' has maintained its dual meaning, both in legal and linguistic contexts, indicating its significance in discussions surrounding freedom, language use, and societal behavior.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,118 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.