parole

IPA: pɝˈoʊɫ

(with on) Originally, one's oath or word of honour, given as a condition of release from custody; now specifically, describing the release of a former prisoner under certain conditions, especially the promise of good behaviour.
Conditional release of a prisoner (now especially before the end of a custodial sentence), or the term or state of such release; the system governing such releases.
(now historical) A word of honor, especially given by a prisoner of war, to not engage in combat if released.
(now rare) A watchword or code phrase; (military) a password given only to officers, distinguished from the countersign, which is given to all guards.
(linguistics) Language in use, as opposed to language as a system.
(US, immigration law) The permission for a foreigner who does not meet the technical requirements for a visa to be allowed to enter the U.S. on humanitarian grounds.
(law) Alternative form of parol [A word; an oral utterance.]

(transitive, law) To release (a prisoner) on the understanding that s/he checks in regularly and obeys the law.

Examples of "parole" in Sentences

The prisoner was granted early release on parole after serving two-thirds of their sentence
Parole officers monitor the behavior of individuals released on parole to ensure they abide by the terms of their release
He violated his parole by failing a drug test and was sent back to prison
The parole board will review his case to determine if he is eligible for early release
She completed her parole successfully and was able to move on with her life