Definitions
1.NounOriginally, 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. .mw-parser-output .defdate{font-size:smaller}"He will be on parole for nearly two more years.; He was released on parole."
2.NounConditional 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.
3.NounA word of honor, especially given by a prisoner of war, to not engage in combat if released.
4.NounA watchword or code phrase; a password given only to officers, distinguished from the countersign, which is given to all guards.
5.NounLanguage in use, as opposed to language as a system.
6.NounThe 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.
7.NounAlternative form of parol.
8.VerbTo release (a prisoner) on the understanding that s/he checks in regularly and obeys the law.
9.VerbTo be released on parole.