parol Definition
a word of honour given by a prisoner of war, typically one given not to escape.
Using parol: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "parol" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The soldiers were released on parole.
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He gave his parole that he would not try to escape.
Example
The prisoner was granted parole after serving ten years in prison.
parol Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with parol
on parole
under the condition of release from prison before the end of the sentence, subject to certain restrictions and the supervision of a parole officer
Example
He was released on parole after serving five years of his ten-year sentence.
violate one's parole
to break the conditions of one's release from prison before the end of the sentence
Example
He was sent back to prison for violating his parole by leaving the state without permission.
give one's parole
to give one's word of honour, especially as a prisoner of war, to do something or refrain from doing something
Example
The prisoners gave their parole that they would not attempt to escape.
Origins of parol
from Old French 'parole', meaning 'word'
Summary: parol in Brief
The term 'parol' [pəˈrəʊl] refers to a word of honour given by a prisoner of war, usually not to escape. It is often used in phrases like 'on parole,' which means under the condition of release from prison before the end of the sentence, and 'violate one's parole,' which means to break the conditions of one's release from prison before the end of the sentence.
