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Noun
Definition: a secret word or phrase known only to a restricted group; "he forgot the password"
Definition: (law) a conditional release from imprisonment that entitles the person to serve the remainder of the sentence outside the prison as long as the terms of release are complied with
Definition: 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.
Verb
Definition: release a criminal from detention and place him on parole; "The prisoner was paroled after serving 10 years in prison"
Definition: To release (a prisoner) on the understanding that s/he checks in regularly and obeys the law.