PAROLED - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

(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

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Noun

a secret word or phrase known only to a restricted group

Example: he forgot the password

Meaning 3

Part of speech: Noun

a promise

Example: he gave his word

Meaning 4

Part of speech: Verb

release a criminal from detention and place him on parole

Example: The prisoner was paroled after serving 10 years in prison